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216 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA|Lower East
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Property Overview
216 N Milpas Street enjoys a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its appeal to renters. Its competitive pricing rating of 10 indicates an excellent balance between price and value, complemented by a high amenities rating of 9 and a prime location rating of 9, marking it as a desirable choice. The property also features proximity to a top-rated elementary school and ranks in the 71.43 percentile for value per square foot, enhancing 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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 425 sqft | $2,595 /mo | 1 unit available | Lovely updated one bedroom/one bathroom apartment centrally located on the Eastside of Santa Barbara in a small, quiet complex with an onsite-laundry. Details include breakfast bar, built-in bookshelf, tiled shower, and ample closets. Included in the rent is one designated off-street parking space and landscaping. Pet Friendly. Please Apply Now through the webiste listing and we'll be in touch or email **** with any questions. |
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Amenities for 216 N Milpas Street
Appliances
| Gas Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned & Offstreet Parking |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About 216 N Milpas Street
Lovely updated one bedroom/one bathroom apartment centrally located on the Eastside of Santa Barbara in a small, quiet complex with an onsite-laundry. Details include breakfast bar, built-in bookshelf, tiled shower, and ample closets. Included in the rent is one designated off-street parking space and landscaping. Pet Friendly. Please Apply Now through the webiste listing and we'll be in touch or email **** with any questions.
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 216 N Milpas Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 216 N Milpas Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
216 N Milpas Street 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.
216 N Milpas Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned & offstreet parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 216 N Milpas Street 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.
216 N Milpas Street 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 216 N Milpas Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
216 N Milpas Street 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 216 N Milpas Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 425 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Lower East
1-bedroom apartments at 216 N Milpas Street cost about 45% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lower East.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Lower East
Santa Barbara
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,053 |
| October 2023 | $2,925 |
| November 2023 | $2,955 |
| December 2023 | $3,126 |
| 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 | $2,777 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2017 | $1,349 |
| August 2019 | $1,795 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 216 N Milpas St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$103,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,595.
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Schools near 216 N Milpas Street
Franklin Elementary School
1111 e mason st
santa barbara, CA, 93103
K-6Public
B+
Santa Barbara Community Academy
850 portesuello ave
santa barbara, CA, 93101
K-6Public
B-
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Getting around Santa Barbara near 216 N Milpas St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 216 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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