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

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Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta.

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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 $3,078. The Wave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,595. Here are the most affordable Downtown Goleta apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$3,078
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath1BR,1BA$3,595
Arrive Los Carneros3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I3BR,2BA$5,650
Arrive Los Carneros II3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2BA$6,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Goleta, CA

As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Goleta area is the $4.30 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $6,125. The second greatest value Downtown Goleta apartment is the 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I Model at Arrive Los Carneros starting at $5,650 with a $5.20 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$4.30
Arrive Los Carneros3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I3BR,2BA$5.20
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$4.56
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

3.0
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 $3,078 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 Arrive Los Carneros and starts from $5,650.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.