Average Rent in Goleta, CA
3 apartment buildings, 9 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Avg Rent
$2,301/mo
median $1,510
market average
Cheapest
$1,210/mo
The Cove Santa Barbara
Properties
3
tracked daily
Units
9
available now
Goleta, CA Resident Access
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 3 properties in Goleta, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Goleta, CA Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Cove Santa Barbara
568 Ocean Meadows Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA
Patterson Place Apartments
120 S Patterson Ave, Goleta, CA 93111, USA
Willow Springs Apartments
60 Willow Springs Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Cove Santa Barbara 568 Ocean Meadows Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA | $1,210 | $1,354 | $0.52 | 4.8 (113) | 5 |
| 2 | Patterson Place Apartments 120 S Patterson Ave, Goleta, CA 93111, USA | $3,294 | $3,452 | $4.81 | 4.3 (54) | 3 |
| 3 | Willow Springs Apartments 60 Willow Springs Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA | $3,584 | $3,584 | $4.90 | 4.1 (60) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
The Cove Santa Barbara
4.8 (113)568 Ocean Meadows Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA
Patterson Place Apartments
4.3 (54)120 S Patterson Ave, Goleta, CA 93111, USA
Willow Springs Apartments
4.1 (60)60 Willow Springs Ln, Goleta, CA 93117, USA
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Goleta, CA neighborhoods
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Goleta, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Goleta, CA is $2,301 per month, based on 9 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,210 at The Cove Santa Barbara to $3,584 at Willow Springs Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $3,465/mo | $3,294/mo | 3 |
| 2 Bed | $3,545/mo | $3,545/mo | 1 |
| 5 Bed | $1,354/mo | $1,210/mo | 5 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Goleta, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$92,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,301/mo.
Comfortable income
$110,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,210/mo), you need to earn at least $48,000/year.
Cost of living in Goleta, CA
We only have live rent data for Goleta, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,301 |
| Estimated total | $2,301/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Goleta, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Goleta, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,995 | +30% | +3.3% | 48 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,880 | +25% | -0.1% | 33 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,383 | +47% | +2.2% | 30 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,545 | +11% | +1.4% | 26 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,343 | +2% | -1.9% | 23 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,746 | +63% | +4.5% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Goleta, CA?
The average rent in Goleta, CA is $2,301 per month, based on 9 units across 3 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Goleta, CA?
The median asking rent in Goleta, CA is $1,510 per month, computed from 9 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,301/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Goleta, CA?
The lowest available rent in Goleta, CA starts at $1,210 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Goleta, CA average $3,465/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $3,294/mo across 3 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Goleta, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Goleta, CA average $3,545/mo. Units start from $3,545/mo across 1 units currently listed.
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