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Rental Market Trends in Goleta, CA

What is the average rent in Goleta, CA?

$2,527/month

Average Rent

605 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-1.9%

Decrease in the Last Year

Goleta, CA Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Goleta, CA is $2,527 per month. This is 54% higher than the national average rent price of $1,644/month, making Goleta one of the most expensive cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Goleta average $1,385 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Goleta average $2,527 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Goleta average $3,990 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Goleta average $4,744 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,385/month
446 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,527/month
605 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,990/month
943 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,744/month
1,235 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Goleta, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $47 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Goleta, CA
Last Updated June 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Goleta, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
13% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
63% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Goleta?

Based on current rent prices, West Santa Barbara is the most affordable neighborhood in Goleta.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Santa Barbara
$2,867/month
606 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Goleta?

Based on current rent prices, West Santa Barbara is the most expensive neighborhood in Goleta.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Santa Barbara
$2,867/month
606 Sq Ft

Which Goleta neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Goleta with the most apartments available is West Santa Barbara .

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Santa Barbara
$2,867/month
606 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Goleta, CA?

Because the average rent in Goleta is $2,527, you’ll want to make about $8,423 per month or $101,076 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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How does Goleta, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Goleta, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

West Santa Barbara

Goleta, CA

West Santa Barbara

Goleta, CA

Studio
$1,712/month
$1,712/month
One Bedroom
$2,848/month
$2,848/month
Two Bedroom
$4,075/month
$4,075/month
Three Bedroom
$4,775/month
$4,775/month
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$2,600 - $2,850

1 Bed

The Cove

The Cove

568 Ocean Meadows Ln,
Goleta, CA 93117

$1,395 - $2,990 Total Monthly Price

5-6 Beds | 11 Month Lease

Cortona Point

Cortona Point

100 Cortona Point Dr,
Goleta, CA 93117

$3,700 - $6,025

1-3 Beds

6565 Segovia Rd

6565 Segovia Rd

6565 Segovia Rd,
Goleta, CA 93117

$2,600 - $2,800

1 Bed

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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