Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $2,400 (11 Rentals)

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Michelle Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Michelle Apartments

340 Rutherford StGoleta, CA 93117
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Oasis Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oasis Apartments

10-78 Magnolia AveGoleta, CA 93117
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Kinman Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Kinman Apartments

175 Kinman AveGoleta, CA 93117
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Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Goleta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sumida Gardens Apartments priced from $3,151. Encina Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,457. Here are the most affordable Downtown Goleta apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$3,151
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$3,457
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath1BR,1BA$3,595
Willow SpringsTopatopa3BR,2BA$4,641
Arrive Los Carneros3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I3BR,2BA$5,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Goleta, CA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Goleta area is the $4.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $5,985. The second greatest value Downtown Goleta apartment is the Topatopa Model at Willow Springs starting at $4,641 with a $3.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Goleta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive Los Carneros II3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$4.21
Willow SpringsTopatopa3BR,2BA$3.88
Arrive Los Carneros3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I3BR,2BA$5.08
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$3.77
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$4.67
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath1BR,1BA$6.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Goleta, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood in Goleta, CA

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Goleta Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Goleta Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Goleta Apartment is $3,151 at Sumida Gardens Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Goleta Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Goleta is starting from $3,419 at Sumida Gardens Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Goleta Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Goleta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Springs and starts from $4,641.

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