
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (26 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Riviera area of Santa Barbara.


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Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riviera?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riviera Studio Apartments | $4,050 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $1,285 | $2,650 |
Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,285 | $3,950 |
Riviera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,285 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Riviera Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the 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 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 |
Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4,195 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $4,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riviera 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 Riviera apartment is the The Classic Two Model at Plaza Riviera starting at $4,195 with a $4.85 price per square foot in the Riviera neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riviera apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
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 Riviera Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Riviera Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riviera Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riviera is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Riviera Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riviera Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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