
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Milpas Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milpas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Milpas Studio Apartments | $3,285 | $2,025 | $4,200 |
Milpas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
Milpas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
Milpas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,867 | $1,285 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Milpas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Milpas area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Milpas 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 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milpas, CA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milpas 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 Milpas 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 Milpas 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 |
Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
20 E Islay St, Unit B | 20 E Islay St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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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Getting Around the Milpas Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milpas Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Milpas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Milpas Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Milpas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Milpas is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Milpas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Milpas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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