
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $2,900 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta.


Arrive Los Carneros

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Patterson Place
Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Goleta?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Goleta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,922 | $2,939 | $6,295 |
Downtown Goleta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,453 | $3,492 | $5,931 |
Downtown Goleta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,843 | $4,698 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood of Goleta, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Goleta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Willow Springs priced from $3,492. Sumida Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,532. Here are the most affordable Downtown Goleta apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow Springs | Anacapa | 2BR,1BA | $3,492 |
Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Garden | 2BR,1BA | $3,532 |
Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $3,538 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,595 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I | 3BR,2BA | $5,566 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Goleta, CA
As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Goleta area is the $4.24 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $6,034. The second greatest value Downtown Goleta apartment is the 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I Model at Arrive Los Carneros starting at $5,566 with a $5.12 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.24 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I | 3BR,2BA | $5.12 |
Sumida Gardens Apartments | La Sumida | 2BR,2BA | $4.27 |
Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
Willow Springs | Anacapa | 2BR,1BA | $3.91 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Goleta, Goleta, CA
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Goleta, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Goleta 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 $3,492 at Willow Springs.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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