Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (12 Rentals)

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Brentwood
Studio Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Village

1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Palm Gardens Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Lower East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower East area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 1830 De La Vina St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable Lower East apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Old Mesa3BR,1BA$1,285
1830 De La Vina St.1830 De La Vine1BR,1BA$1,600
152- 1825 Chapala LLC1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,400
La Brezza2Bed1Bath-A2BR,1BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower East, CA

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower East area is the $4.26 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Lower East apartment is the 1830 De La Vine Model at 1830 De La Vina St. starting at $1,600 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.26
1830 De La Vina St.1830 De La Vine1BR,1BA$1.62
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$4.18
152- 1825 Chapala LLC1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$2.80
20 E Islay St, Unit B20 E Islay St1BR,1BA$4.00
228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228228 E Figueroa St2BR,1BA$4.87
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$5.79
La Brezza2Bed1Bath-A2BR,1BA$4.31
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower East, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #34

Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lower East, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower East Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower East is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the most affordable Lower East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lower East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.

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