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Highlights

  • Large closets
  • Open floor plan
  • Brand new appliances
  • Gas stove
  • Spacious kitchen
  • New wood flooring

Location

1035 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, USA|East Mesa
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Management

Velo Management

Leasing office

(805) 845-6255

Property Overview

1035 Cliff Drive is a well-rated rental option, earning a 7.7/10 overall from Zumper Experts, with especially strong scores for amenities and location (9/10 each) and solid marks for value and trustworthiness. Renters can expect a competitively priced home with an open floor plan, spacious kitchen, large closets, new wood flooring, and brand-new appliances including a gas stove, while having grocery shopping within a few miles for added everyday convenience.

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

7.7
Very Good
1035 Cliff Drive is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath605 sqft$2,950 /mo1 unit availableOcean Views and private balcony upstairs END unit! Pride of ownership shines throughout this meticulously maintained, first-class apartment located on the desirable Mesa. This beautifully remodeled unit features new wood flooring, elegant Caesarstone countertops, a fully renovated bathroom, and modern lighting throughout. The spacious kitchen includes brand new appliances including a gas stove, and the open floor plan is complemented by large closets and abundant natural light. Rent includes water and trash utilities, 1 covered off-street parking, and access to on-site laundry. Unbeatable location, location, location - just minutes from the beach, harbor, Funk Zone, and downtown, with easy access to some of Santa Barbara’s best dining, shopping, and coastal attractions. No smoking. No pets.

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Amenities for 1035 Cliff Drive

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

Appliances

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOne Covered Parking Space
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 1035 Cliff Drive

HomeApartments in Santa BarbaraEast Mesa 1035 Cliff Drive

Ocean Views and private balcony upstairs END unit! Pride of ownership shines throughout this meticulously maintained, first-class apartment located on the desirable Mesa. This beautifully remodeled unit features new wood flooring, elegant Caesarstone countertops, a fully renovated bathroom, and modern lighting throughout. The spacious kitchen includes brand new appliances including a gas stove, and the open floor plan is complemented by large closets and abundant natural light. Rent includes water and trash utilities, 1 covered off-street parking, and access to on-site laundry. Unbeatable location, location, location - just minutes from the beach, harbor, Funk Zone, and downtown, with easy access to some of Santa Barbara’s best dining, shopping, and coastal attractions. No smoking. No pets.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
1035 Cliff Drive is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1035 Cliff Drive
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 1035 Cliff Drive has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
1035 Cliff Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1035 Cliff Drive 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.
1035 Cliff Drive 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 1035 Cliff Drive 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 1035 Cliff Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in East Mesa

1-bedroom apartments at 1035 Cliff Drive cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Mesa.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
East Mesa
Santa Barbara
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Barbara
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,763
June 2024$2,715
July 2024$2,737
August 2024$2,772
September 2024$2,762
October 2024$2,743
November 2024$2,758
December 2024$2,747
January 2025$2,726
February 2025$2,744
March 2025$2,754
April 2025$2,670
May 2025$2,870
June 2025$2,820
July 2025$2,673
August 2025$2,771
September 2025$2,789
October 2025$2,700
November 2025$2,620
December 2025$2,734
January 2026$2,766
February 2026$2,836
March 2026$2,850
April 2026$2,837
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$2,700
February 2025$2,650
March 2025$3,257
April 2025$3,299
May 2025$3,397
June 2025$3,595
January 2026$3,595
February 2026$3,595
March 2026$3,595
April 2026$3,595

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$118,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $118,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,950.
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Schools near 1035 Cliff Drive

Washington Elementary School

290 lighthouse rd

santa barbara, CA, 93109

K-6Public
A

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

Montecito Union

385 san ysidro rd

santa barbara, CA, 93108

K-6Public
A+
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Getting around Santa Barbara near 1035 Cliff Dr

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
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
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1035 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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