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Lower East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Lower East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,217 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,283 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,666 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Lower East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| 1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower East, CA
As of May 17, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
| 1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 20 E Islay St, Unit B | 20 E Islay St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Lower East?
There are currently 432 Apartments for Rent in Lower East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $10,000. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lower East ranging from $2,450 to $31,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lower East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lower East ranges from $2,450 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,819.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lower East?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lower East range from $1,285 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,000 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.
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