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The Arroyo House Student Living.
543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1830 De La Vina St.
1830 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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West Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Mesa Studio Apartments | $3,966 | $3,800 | $4,200 |
| West Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
| West Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,767 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
| West Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,367 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
| West Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available West Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Mesa area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 1830 De La Vina St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable West Mesa apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| 1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mesa, CA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Mesa 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 West Mesa apartment is the 1830 De La Vine Model at 1830 De La Vina St. starting at $1,600 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
| 1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| 228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #28
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Mesa Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 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 West Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mesa Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Mesa is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable West Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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