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


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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 | $3,728 | $2,450 | $6,663 |
Downtown Goleta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,946 | $3,738 | $6,667 |
Downtown Goleta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,583 | $5,650 | $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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $3,078 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,595 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I | 3BR,2BA | $5,650 |
Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,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 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 | $4.30 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I | 3BR,2BA | $5.20 |
Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Goleta, Goleta, CA
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Goleta, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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
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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