
Studio Apartments for Rent in the West Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (163 Rentals)


1418 Bath St

510 Chapala St

1714 San Andres St

721 Eucalyptus Ave

Paseo Chapala

1415 De La Vina St

1913 San Pascual St

322 Ladera St

2121 Castillo St
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Rosewood Apartments

Casa Valerio

1220 Bath St

La Aldea

323 E Victoria St

318 W Carrillo St

331 E Victoria St

718-724 De La Vina St

Islay Terrace

208 W Arrellaga St
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Villa Melchiori

314 W Micheltorena St

1610 De La Vina St

1218 San Andres St

318 W Islay St

123 Oceano Ave

Castillo Court

1216 State St

320 W Mission St

1611 Anacapa St
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Casa Castillo

2016 Red Rose Way

530 E Anapamu St

128 W Arrellaga St

922 Bath St

Bradley Studios

1913 Castillo St

Monaco Manor

115 W Anapamu St

2221 Oak Park Ln
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1721 Chapala St

236 W Victoria St

1809 De la Vina St

322 W Anapamu St

130 W Victoria St

Lanai Apartments

218 W Anapamu St

423 W Gutierrez St

303-307 W Arrellaga St

2019 Bath St
West Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
West Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,397 | $1,900 | $2,795 |
| West Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,299 | $2,995 | $5,950 |
| West Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $3,550 | $7,500 |
| West Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Largest Available West Mesa Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 551-555 W Pueblo St | 200 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #36
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio West Mesa Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Studio West Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in West Mesa is $2,397.
What is the largest available Studio West Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Mesa is a 200 square feet unit starting from $1,900 at 551-555 W Pueblo St.
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