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Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Upper East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,804 | $1,750 | $9,000 |
| Upper East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,821 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,700 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Upper East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper East area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,400. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,867. Here are the most affordable Upper East apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,867 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper East, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper East area is the $5.04 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,300. The second greatest value Upper East apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $5,500 with a $4.78 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.78 |
| 328 East Carrillo Street, Unit #D | 328 East Carrillo Street | 3BR,2BA | $5.00 |
| 1821 Chino St, Unit B | 1821 Chino St | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Citywalk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $5.56 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.31 |
| 2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden | 2879 Exeter Pl | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| 825 De la Vina St | 203 | Studio ,1BA | $8.14 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Upper East?
There are currently 466 Apartments for Rent in Upper East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $7,500. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper East ranging from $1,750 to $55,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper East ranges from $1,750 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $17,207.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Upper East?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Upper East range from $5,000 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,700 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,300.
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