Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,500 (8 Rentals)
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Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Outer East Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $3,199 | $1,595 | $4,200 |
Outer East Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $2,420 | $4,800 |
Outer East Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,443 | $3,250 | $7,500 |
Outer East Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
Outer East Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Santa Barbara area of Carpinteria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,400. Shepard Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,800. Here are the most affordable Outer East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Shepard Place | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Santa Barbara, CA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Santa Barbara area is the $4.00 price per square foot 20 E Islay St Model at 20 E Islay St, Unit B in the in the Waterfront neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Outer East Santa Barbara apartment is the 228 E Figueroa St Model at 228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 starting at $3,650 with a $4.87 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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20 E Islay St, Unit B | 20 E Islay St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
Shepard Place | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA
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Best Local Schools in Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,400 at Villa Flores Apartments.
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