Tropicana Student Housing
811 Camino Pescadero,
Goleta, CA 93117
$936 - $2,615 | 2-3 Beds
University of California, Santa Barbara
Goleta, CA
University of California, Santa Barbara - Goleta, CA
Area Guide
A top-notch university with a prime location on the Southern California coast
Public
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Public Ivy
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Coastal
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Ocean
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Mountains
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Nature
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Outdoor
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Scenic
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Gauchos
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Bike-Friendly
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With its campus sandwiched between Los Padres National Forest and the Pacific Ocean, the University of California, Santa Barbara enjoys one of the most unique and scenic collegiate environments you’ll find anywhere. Academically, the university is one of the most highly ranked in the nation, with its superb educational and research opportunities earning it recognition as a Public Ivy institution.
Living around UCSB, odds are good that you’ll be spending a lot of time outside enjoying the sunshine. The university is well known for being bike friendly, with prominent bicycle lanes and trails encouraging pedal power for local transportation. The university also owns miles of the coastline, so hitting the beach is a favorite pastime. For more active excursions, the sprawling mountains and forests just north of campus offer endless opportunities for exploration.
Bordering the west side of UCSB, the Isla Vista community is where you’ll find the most convenient living arrangements. Apartments, condos, and houses can be a bit pricey in this area, but they’ll put you within easy walking distance of the main campus as well as the charming cafes and restaurants surrounding Anisq’Oyo Park.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Goleta, CA is $1,323 for a studio, $2,495 for one bedroom, $3,681 for two bedrooms, and $4,767 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Goleta has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
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Studio
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443 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,323/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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586 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,495/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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919 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,681/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,235 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,767/month
Average Rent
Transportation
59
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
2
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
83
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Schools
Public
Grades K-6
463 Students
8
Public
Grades K-6
409 Students
6
Public
Grades K-6
341 Students
6
Public
Grades K-6
444 Students
5
Public
Grades K-6
376 Students
5
Public
Grades 7-8
717 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
2,034 Students
8
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Isla Vista County Park
- Lake Los Carneros Park
- Stow Grove Park
- Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens
- Tuckers Grove County Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Santa Barbara Municipal
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