
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)
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Westside, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westside Studio Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,688 | $1,285 | $6,000 |
Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,584 | $1,285 | $6,000 |
Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,285 | $4,900 |
Westside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside 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 $2,000. Here are the most affordable Westside 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 | $2,000 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, CA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $4.80 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at Natoma Apartments starting at $3,950 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.80 |
Natoma Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $6.21 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
609 W Junipero St | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.52 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestside, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #24
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Westside Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 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 Westside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westside is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Westside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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