
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (101 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Westside area of Santa Barbara.


1801 De La Vina St

1407 Bath St

1530 Bath St

Sonrisa Apartments

817 De la Vina St

2130 Bath St

1232 Laguna St

718-724 De La Vina St

1315 Bath St
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1315 Olive St

228 W Anapamu St

2015 Castillo St

130 W Victoria St

720 Bath St

2717 De La Vina St

320 W Mission St

1415 De La Vina St

2119 De La Vina St

Diana Apartments
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1223 Garden St

23 W Mission St

1135 San Andres St

1913 San Pascual St

1231 Chino St

1620 Garden St

1717 Chapala St

Pedregosa Plaza

1821 De La Vina St

210 W Micheltorena St
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Creek View

1821 Chino St

Sheri Apartments

324 W Victoria St

414 W Figueroa St

640 W Ortega St

Group North

1305 Bath St

308 W De la Guerra St

Oak Terrace
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1219 De La Vina St

221 W Victoria St

515 E Arrellaga St

418 W Padre St

2312 De La Vina St

1323 Olive St

Arrellaga Manor

2034 Bath St

501 E Micheltorena St

Lanai Apartments
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Westside, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Studio Apartments | $3,450 | $3,450 | $3,450 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,159 | $2,995 | $5,700 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,716 | $3,195 | $9,500 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 101 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westside Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 825 De la Vina St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $3,450 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $4.24 price per square foot 2Bed2Bath-A Model at The Messina in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St starting at $5,500 with a $7.02 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.02 |
| 822 Orange Ave, Unit A | 822 Orange Ave | 1BR,1BA | $5.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment is $5,500 at 825 De la Vina St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westside is starting from $3,600 at The Messina.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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