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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fire pit
  • Washer/dryer
  • New kitchen
  • Modern fixtures throughout
  • Large storage shed

Location

Placer Dr, Goleta, CA 93117, USA|El Encanto Heights
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Management

Renga Properties

Leasing office

(805) 869-6349

Property Overview

Placer Drive earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 out of 10, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, along with solid trustworthiness. It offers practical appeal through a new kitchen, modern fixtures, washer/dryer, fire pit, and large storage shed, plus good value for money and nearby conveniences including grocery, public transit, a top-rated high school, and pet services.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Placer Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Placer Drive 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
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$2,450 /mo1 unit availableLocated in the El Encanto Heights neighborhood of Goleta, this private 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom detached unit features an updated kitchen and bathroom and off-street parking. Pets are OK with an additional monthly fee; pet insurance is required. Utilities: $50 per person, $25 for each additional person.

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Amenities for Placer Drive

Apartment Amenities

Updated Kitchen And Bathroom

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About Placer Drive

HomeApartments in Goleta Placer Drive

Located in the El Encanto Heights neighborhood of Goleta, this private 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom detached unit features an updated kitchen and bathroom and off-street parking. Pets are OK with an additional monthly fee; pet insurance is required. Utilities: $50 per person, $25 for each additional person.


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 Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Placer Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Placer Drive 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 Placer Drive
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.
Placer Drive 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·10A 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.
Placer Drive stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Placer 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 Placer 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.
Placer 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.

Placer Drive is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Placer Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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

Considerations

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Rent trends in El Encanto Heights

1-bedroom apartments at Placer Drive cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Goleta.

Median rents as of Feb 1 2026.
Goleta
A table of studio rental data trends in Goleta
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,100
July 2024$2,100
October 2024$1,981
November 2024$1,912
December 2024$1,895
January 2025$1,895
August 2025$2,100
September 2025$2,020
October 2025$2,139
November 2025$2,080
December 2025$2,150
January 2026$2,100
February 2026$2,100

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $98,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,450.
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Schools near Placer Drive

Brandon Elementary School

195 brandon dr

goleta, CA, 93117

K-6Public
B+

Santa Barbara County Special Education

4400 cathedral oaks rd

santa barbara, CA, 93110

K-12Public

CommUnify - Los Ninos Head Start

130 e cota st

santa barbara, CA, 93101

PKPublic

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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Neighborhood

El Encanto Heights | Goleta, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Goleta near Placer Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for Placer Dr, Goleta

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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