Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)

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Plaza Riviera
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Riviera

835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Casa Azul
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Azul

535 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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708 N Alisos St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

708 N Alisos St

708 N Alisos StSanta 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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1620 Garden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1620 Garden St

1620 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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813 E Anapamu St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

813 E Anapamu St

813 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1315 Olive St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1315 Olive St

1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1521 Laguna St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1521 Laguna St

1521 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1313 Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1313 Olive St

1313 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1226 Alta Vista Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1226 Alta Vista Rd

1226 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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610 Maple Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

610 Maple Ave

610 Maple AveSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Sycamore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

1120 N Nopal StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Arrellaga Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrellaga Manor

518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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321 E Valerio St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

321 E Valerio St

321 E Valerio StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lower Riviera, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lower Riviera, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lower Riviera Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units

Cheapest Available Lower Riviera Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Riviera area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Lower Riviera apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Old Mesa3BR,1BA$1,285
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,400
800 Santa BarbaraStudioStudio,1BA$3,850
Natoma Apartments2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$3,950
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1BA$4,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Riviera, CA

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Riviera 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 Lower Riviera 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 Lower Riviera apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Natoma Apartments2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$3.16
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.26
800 Santa BarbaraOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.42
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Getting Around the Lower Riviera Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Riviera Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Riviera?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Riviera is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Lower Riviera Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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