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

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Cheap Apartments in the Riviera area of Santa Barbara.

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Plaza Riviera
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Riviera

835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1232 Laguna St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1232 Laguna St

1232 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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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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Casa Azul
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Azul

535 E Arrellaga 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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522-526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

522-526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

526 E Anapamu St

526 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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Riviera Hills Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riviera Hills Apartments

813 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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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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522 E Anapamu St
1 Bedroom Apartments

522 E Anapamu St

522 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1313 Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1313 Olive St

1313 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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610 Maple Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

610 Maple Ave

610 Maple AveSanta Barbara, CA 93103

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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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Sycamore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

1120 N Nopal StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1825 State St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1825 State St

1825 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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321 E Valerio St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

321 E Valerio St

321 E Valerio StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arrellaga Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrellaga Manor

518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1111 E Cota St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1111 E Cota St

1111 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93103

Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Old Mesa3BR,1BA$1,285
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,400
Plaza RivieraThe Classic Two2BR,2BA$4,195
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.26
Plaza RivieraThe Classic Two2BR,2BA$4.85
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,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

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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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