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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Walk-in closet
  • Brand new flooring and paint
  • Reserved on-site parking
  • Pet friendly

Location

535 E Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA|Lower Riviera
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Management

The Koto Group - Santa Barbara

Leasing office

(805) 456-1083 ext. 2

Property Overview

535 E. Arrellaga St offers a range of appealing features, including on-site laundry, walk-in closets, and reserved parking, making it a convenient choice for residents. With a top-rated high school just 0.43 miles away and a Zumper expert rating placing it in the 100th percentile for value, the property stands out for both its amenities and its location. Additionally, recent upgrades like new flooring and paint enhance its overall attractiveness.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 535 E. Arrellaga St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 535 E. Arrellaga St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath515 sqft$2,195 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy modern living in this beautifully updated studio loft located just a short walk from Downtown Santa Barbara and the historic Santa Barbara Mission and Rose Garden. The apartment features brand-new flooring and fresh interior paint, creating a clean and contemporary space to call home. The thoughtfully designed loft layout offers a comfortable separation between living and sleeping areas. The upstairs loft includes the bedroom, a full bathroom, and a spacious walk-in closet, providing added privacy from the living space below. Your lease includes reserved on-site parking for added convenience. Residents also enjoy access to on-site laundry facilities, and the community is pet-friendly. For more information or to learn more about this available home, please email **** and our team will be happy to assist you.

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Amenities for 535 E. Arrellaga St

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

GardeningOff-Street Parking
Outdoor Space
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About 535 E. Arrellaga St

HomeApartments in Santa BarbaraLower Riviera 535 E. Arrellaga St

Enjoy modern living in this beautifully updated studio loft located just a short walk from Downtown Santa Barbara and the historic Santa Barbara Mission and Rose Garden. The apartment features brand-new flooring and fresh interior paint, creating a clean and contemporary space to call home. The thoughtfully designed loft layout offers a comfortable separation between living and sleeping areas. The upstairs loft includes the bedroom, a full bathroom, and a spacious walk-in closet, providing added privacy from the living space below. Your lease includes reserved on-site parking for added convenience. Residents also enjoy access to on-site laundry facilities, and the community is pet-friendly. For more information or to learn more about this available home, please email **** and our team will be happy to assist you.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 535 E. Arrellaga St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 535 E. Arrellaga St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 535 E. Arrellaga St
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
535 E. Arrellaga St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
535 E. Arrellaga St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gardening. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 535 E. Arrellaga St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
535 E. Arrellaga St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 535 E. Arrellaga St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 535 E. Arrellaga St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Lower Riviera

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Lower Riviera
Santa Barbara
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Barbara
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$4,331
April 2024$4,240
May 2024$4,225
June 2024$4,299
July 2024$4,125
August 2024$4,009
September 2024$4,189
October 2024$4,342
November 2024$4,177
December 2024$4,219
January 2025$3,979
February 2025$3,821
March 2025$3,605
April 2025$3,802
May 2025$3,708
June 2025$3,797
July 2025$4,124
August 2025$4,190
September 2025$4,149
October 2025$4,200
November 2025$4,189
December 2025$4,085
January 2026$4,199
February 2026$4,117
March 2026$4,000
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lower Riviera
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$4,250
February 2025$4,200
March 2025$3,950
April 2025$4,625
August 2025$5,057
September 2025$4,920
October 2025$4,925
November 2025$4,950

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Can I afford to live at 535 E Arrellaga St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$87,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near 535 E. Arrellaga St

Roosevelt Elementary School

1990 laguna st

santa barbara, CA, 93101

K-6Public
B+

CommUnify - Los Ninos Head Start

130 e cota st

santa barbara, CA, 93101

PKPublic

Santa Barbara Community Academy

850 portesuello ave

santa barbara, CA, 93101

K-6Public
B-

Cold Spring Elementary School

2243 sycamore canyon rd

santa barbara, CA, 93108

K-6Public
A

Santa Barbara County Special Education

4400 cathedral oaks rd

santa barbara, CA, 93110

K-12Public
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Getting around Santa Barbara near 535 E Arrellaga St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 535 E Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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