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Apartments for Rent in Goleta, CA

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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    122 Sumida Gardens Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,948+
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    60 Willow Springs Ln, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $3,332+
    2 BEDS $3,826+
    3 BEDS $4,866+
  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen with a bar
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    5839 Encina Road, Unit #107,, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,988+
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    120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    1 BED $3,101+
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  • A modern living room with a grey sofa and a round mirror on the wall.
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    7170 Davenport Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,851+
    2 BEDS $3,611+
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  • a pool table in a living room with a tv on the wall
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    100 Cortona Point Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
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    2 BEDS $4,450+
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  • a kitchen with a bar and a living room with a tv
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    6505 Sea Star Court, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $4,390+
    2 BEDS $5,075+
    3 BEDS $6,290+
  • A kitchen with white appliances and cabinets.
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    6960 Whittier Dr., Goleta, CA 93117
    2 BEDS $3,095
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    335 Moreton Bay #3, Goleta, CA 93117
    2 BEDS $2,950
  • A kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and microwave.
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    6181 Covington Way, Goleta, CA 93117
    STUDIO $2,400

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    6689 El Colegio Road, Goleta, CA 93117
    2 BEDS $5,300
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  • a living room with leather couches and a coffee table
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    6739 El Colegio Rd, Box 120, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $3,295
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  • A black leather couch with a yellow pillow sits in a living room with a black coffee table.
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    6739 El Colegio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $3,495
    2 BEDS $6,100
    4 BEDS $10,500
  • A living room with a floral rug and a white couch.
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    6707 ABREGO RD#100, GOLETA, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,400
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a microwave
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    6590 Cordoba Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,850
  • A floor plan of a house with a kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms.
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    6590 Cordoba ADU, Goleta, CA 93117
    3 BEDS $7,500
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    5317 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    2 BEDS $3,800+
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    507 Calle Mastil, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    3 BEDS $6,700
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    249, 301, 311 Verano Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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    2 BEDS $3,895
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    746 Cieneguitas Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    2 BEDS $3,800
    3 BEDS $4,700
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    4061 Foothill Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    2 BEDS $3,800
    3 BEDS $4,700
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    4045 Foothill Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    2 BEDS $2,835+
    3 BEDS $4,700
  • 163 N La Cumbre Studio Apartment for Rent
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    163 N La Cumbre, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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    3885 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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    3 BEDS $5,195
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    221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    1 BED $2,861+
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Goleta, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Goleta, CA have increased by 0.15% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,534 to $3,540.

Check out the average rent prices in Goleta by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Goleta, CA is $3,540.

Average rent in Goleta, CA

$3,540/mo Goleta, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Goleta, CA is $3,540.

    What's the typical rent budget in Goleta, CA?

    About 12% of apartment rents in Goleta, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 69% of apartments. Around 10% of Goleta’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 10% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Goleta, CA (69%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Goleta, CA

    24 /100
    Car-Dependent
    63 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 24, Bike Score®: 63

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Goleta, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Goleta, CA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Goleta, CA?

    The best apartments in Goleta, CA are: Sumida Gardens Apartments, Willow Springs, Encina Meadows, Patterson Place and Pacific Oaks.

    What is the average rent in Goleta, CA?

    The average rent in Goleta, CA is $3,299.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA is between $2,851 and $6,082.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA is between $2,950 and $7,135.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA is between $3,948 and $8,829.

    What type of rental buildings are in Goleta, CA?

    In Goleta 49% of the housing is rented out compared to 51% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Goleta’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 66% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Goleta, CA?

    The average age of rental buildings in Goleta is 42 years old, with 36% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Goleta, CA?

    Rental apartments in Goleta come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 11% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 42% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 38% of all rentals in Goleta. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Goleta, CA

    The fact that Goleta has been nicknamed “The Good Land” by the locals is a great indication for renters wondering if this sunny, coastal city just north of glamorous Santa Barbara is a good place to live. Located on the Californian Riviera and featuring a long stretch of unspoiled beach, Goleta is an amazing place for renters looking for a relaxed lifestyle basking in the dreamy California weather year-round. Home to the oceanfront University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), Goleta offers renters a rich dining, cultural and artistic scene. In addition, renters with children will appreciate the fact that finding an apartment for rent in this elegant coastal town will open the doors of a highly rated public school system, as well as a wealth of family-friendly activities and parks. It likely comes as no surprise, then, that the cost of living in this coastal paradise is well above the state and national average.

    Renting in Goleta, CA

    In Goleta, renters will find a dense, suburban environment with a variety of rental properties available. These range from apartments for rent in high-rise communities and townhouse-style properties to detached, single-family homes in residential neighborhoods and from the more modest to the more opulent. There are almost as many renters in Goleta as there are residents who own their homes (due, in part, to the student population from nearby UCSB). While renters moving here from elsewhere in the United States may be surprised by the high rental fees in Goleta, the cost of an apartment for rent in Goleta is actually on par with the rest of the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara metropolitan area. Note that, according to rental laws in California, landlords typically require a security deposit with a maximum amount equivalent to up to two times the rent in an unfurnished rental apartment and up to three times the amount of the rent in a furnished apartment, unless otherwise specified in the rental agreement.

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    Shopping in Goleta, CA

    If you’re looking for an apartment for rent in Goleta with easy access to amenities like grocery stores, we recommend looking for a rental property within the vicinity of the Highway 1 freeway. To that end, renters can choose among several options for grocery stores in Goleta. For instance, there are higher-end retailers — such as Whole Foods Markets, Sprouts Farmers Market or Trader Joe’s — all of which feature natural and organic products. But, there are also familiar names, such as national and regional supermarket chains like Albertsons, Ralphs, Vons or Target. Meanwhile, some ethnic grocery stores feature goods from Mexico or Asia, while renters on a budget may prefer shopping at Smart and Final Extra! The city also has three major shopping centers.

    Transportation in Goleta, CA

    You’ll most likely need a car to run errands while living in Goleta, although some neighborhoods — such as Encina, downtown and Los Carneros Park — feature plenty of dining and entertainment options within walking distance. Biking can also be a good option if you prefer to leave your car at home. Alternatively, several Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District bus lines run through the city, while Intercity transit is provided by Amtrak at the Goleta Amtrak Station.

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