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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Open floor plan
  • Built-in shelving and cabinets
  • Wood floors
  • Covered off-street parking
  • No smoking

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 highly rated with a Zumper expert score of 7.9, indicating it is an appealing choice for renters. The property offers excellent value with a competitive price rating of 8 out of 10 and outstanding amenities and location ratings of 9, highlighting its impressive features and convenience. Notable aspects include an open floor plan, on-site laundry, and built-in shelving, complemented by covered off-street parking and a no smoking policy.

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

7.9
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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath765 sqft$3,350 /mo1 unit availablePride of Ownership! Meticulously Maintained First-Class Apartment on the Mesa Remodeled and move-in ready, this beautiful apartment features a full-size kitchen with a gas stove, an open floor plan, wood floors, and built-in shelving and cabinets, new bathroom & lighting Rent includes water and trash utilities, as well as covered off-street parking and on-site laundry facilities for your convenience. Unbeatable Mesa location—just minutes from the beach, harbor, Funk Zone, and downtown Santa Barbara! No smoking. No pets.

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Amenities for 1035 Cliff Drive

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOne Covered Parking Space
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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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About 1035 Cliff Drive

HomeApartments in Santa BarbaraEast Mesa 1035 Cliff Drive

Pride of Ownership! Meticulously Maintained First-Class Apartment on the Mesa Remodeled and move-in ready, this beautiful apartment features a full-size kitchen with a gas stove, an open floor plan, wood floors, and built-in shelving and cabinets, new bathroom & lighting Rent includes water and trash utilities, as well as covered off-street parking and on-site laundry facilities for your convenience. Unbeatable Mesa location—just minutes from the beach, harbor, Funk Zone, and downtown Santa Barbara! 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.
7.9
/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·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 1035 Cliff Drive is a great option for renters looking for apartments in East Mesa. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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·7A 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.
1035 Cliff Drive provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 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

2-bedroom apartments at 1035 Cliff Drive cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Mesa.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
East Mesa
Santa Barbara
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Barbara
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$3,095
January 2024$2,995
February 2024$2,800
March 2024$2,727
April 2024$2,655
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$2,750
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,950
March 2024$3,222
January 2025$2,700
February 2025$2,650
March 2025$3,257
April 2025$3,299
May 2025$3,397
June 2025$3,595

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1035 Cliff Dr?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$134,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $134,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,350.
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Schools near 1035 Cliff Drive

Washington Elementary School

290 lighthouse rd

santa barbara, CA, 93109

K-6Public
A

Santa Barbara Community Academy

850 portesuello ave

santa barbara, CA, 93101

K-6Public
B-
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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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