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Highlights
- Open-plan living area
- Incredible ocean views
Location
20 Oceano Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, USA|East Mesa
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Property Overview
Seacliff Apartments achieves an 8.3 out of 10 overall rating from Zumper, highlighting its appeal as a strong rental choice. With a competitive price rating of 9, excellent amenities, and a prime location both rated at 9, residents can expect an exceptional living experience. Notably, the property offers open-plan living areas and stunning ocean views, as well as features that support pet-friendly living and outdoor spaces.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Dishwasher
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 727 sqft | $4,400 /mo | 1 unit available | This oceanfront rental in Santa Barbara is steps from Leadbetter Beach and offers unparalleled oceanfront views from its private terrace. Wake up each morning to the sound of waves crashing and complete your day with stunning sunset views from your new home! |
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Amenities for Seacliff Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Deck | Ocean Views |
Building
| Cats OK | Roof Deck |
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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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 29 |
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About Seacliff Apartments
Beautiful Oceanfront Apartments just steps from Leadbetter Beach and Downtown Santa Barbara. Adjacent to Santa Barbara City College and the Castillo Harbor. This property boasts incredible ocean views and a serene space to call your home!
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 GoodSeacliff Apartments 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.
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, Seacliff Apartments 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.
Seacliff Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Seacliff Apartments 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.
Seacliff Apartments 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 Seacliff Apartments 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.
Seacliff Apartments is great 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 Seacliff Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 127 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in East Mesa
1-bedroom apartments at Seacliff Apartments cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Mesa.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
East Mesa
Santa Barbara
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,700 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $2,828 |
| Month | Median 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 20 Oceano Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$176,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $176,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $4,400.
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Schools near Seacliff Apartments
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 20 Oceano Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 20 Oceano Ave, Santa Barbara
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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