
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cielito Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (8 Rentals)
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Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cielito?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cielito Studio Apartments | $3,537 | $2,950 | $3,850 |
Cielito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,437 | $2,140 | $6,000 |
Cielito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,297 | $2,800 | $8,500 |
Cielito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,912 | $4,900 | $4,925 |
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Cheapest Available Cielito Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cielito area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC priced from $2,140. Ivy at Carrillo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable Cielito apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,140 |
Ivy at Carrillo | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cielito, CA
As of February 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cielito area is the $3.16 price per square foot 2 BEDROOM Model at Natoma Apartments in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Cielito apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $4,900 with a $4.26 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cielito apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Natoma Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.09 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
1818 Castillo Street, Unit A | 1818 Castillo Street | 2BR,1BA | $4.40 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCielito, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #18
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Junior High
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Best Local Schools in Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Junior High
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Getting Around the Cielito Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
12 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Cielito Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cielito?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cielito is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Apartment is $2,140 at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cielito Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cielito is starting from $2,800 at La Brezza.
What is the most affordable Cielito Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cielito Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ivy at Anapamu and starts from $4,900.
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