Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (3 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Lower West area of Santa Barbara.

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203 Ladera St
1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Furnished
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Lower West, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower West, CA

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower West 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 West apartment is the 2Bed2Bath-A Model at The Messina starting at $3,400 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower West 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
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$4.00
Ivy at CarrilloTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.66
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$5.79
La Brezza2Bed1Bath-A2BR,1BA$4.31
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
609 W Junipero St1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$5.52
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower West, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #25

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Lower West Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower West Apartments

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Lower West Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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