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

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The Arroyo House Student Living.
Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Riviera?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower Riviera Studio Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
Lower Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,285 | $6,000 |
Lower Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $1,285 | $8,500 |
Lower Riviera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,285 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lower Riviera, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current 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:
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
800 Santa Barbara | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,850 |
Natoma Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $3,950 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,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 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 |
800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,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
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 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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