
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Lower East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (147 Rentals)


609 W Junipero St

Sea Cliff Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

The Arroyo House Student Living.

Villa Flores Apartments

20 E Islay St, Unit B

132 Juana Maria Ave

1418 Bath St

323 W Islay St
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Lower East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower East Studio Apartments | $3,285 | $2,025 | $4,200 |
Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
Lower East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,823 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
Lower East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,294 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
Lower East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Largest Available Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Lower East area of Santa Barbara, CA is found at Sea Cliff Apartments and is listed at 792 square feet priced from $3,900. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Bldg 80 - 792 SF | 792 Sq Ft | $3,900 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 750 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Ivy at Carrillo | One Bedroom | 675 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
609 W Junipero St | 1Bed/1Bath | 504 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta | 400 Sq Ft | $1,285 |
Cheapest Available Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Lower East of Santa Barbara, CA is the Montecito Model starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living.. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lower East is currently $2,554. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Montecito | $1,285 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | $2,100 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,400 |
Ivy at Carrillo | One Bedroom | $2,850 |
609 W Junipero St | 1Bed/1Bath | $2,995 |
Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Bldg 80 - 792 SF | $3,900 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Lower East Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lower East Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lower East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lower East is $2,554.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lower East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lower East is a 792 square feet unit starting from $3,900 at Sea Cliff Apartments.
What is the average size for Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lower East is currently 553 sq ft.
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