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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Updated kitchen
- Updated bathroom
Location
Placer Dr, Goleta, CA 93117, USA|El Encanto Heights
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Property Overview
Placer Drive earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent value, amenities, and location scores, along with a solid trustworthiness rating. Notable features include off-street parking, an updated kitchen, and an updated bathroom, while nearby grocery, transit, and pet services add everyday convenience.
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
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $2,450 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. |
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Amenities for Placer Drive
Apartment Amenities
| Updated Kitchen And Bathroom |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
| Units | 2 |
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About 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
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Very GoodWith 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.
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:
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
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in El Encanto Heights
1-bedroom apartments at Placer Drive cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Goleta.
Median rents as of Feb 1 2026.
Goleta
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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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Can I afford to live at Placer Dr?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$98,000/yr
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
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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