Studio Plaza Apartments

"I lived here for about two years, and this is arguably the most affordable place to live in SB. If you wanna live alone, park your car safely in a gated community, bike to school, and live in a quiet place (and party anywhere but your place), then you won't find a better place than this. This unit is small but has everything - a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, a closet, and a separated bedroom. I don't know what these people with negative comments did to make Felipe upset, but the management team always responded within 24 hours, kept the community quiet and clean, and informed us of any upcoming renovation in a timely manner. But all of these benefits are possible because Felipe runs a tight ship. I don't recommend living here if you sometimes wanna invite friends and go a little wild, or if you wanna do everything your way and hope he doesn't notice. The waitlist is long. Don't just apply and wait until he responds. It won't happen. Visit this place and say hi to Felipe. Plan moving to this place early, preferrably 6-12 months ahead of your move-out. Don't wait until you have to move out in a month. Definitely a plus (i.e. a must) if you know a tenant who can refer you to Felipe."

"Studio Plaza is a great place to live! The rent is very reasonable, the grounds are well kept and it’s just a hidden gem in IV. The Manager Felipe is also super helpful and responsive. Highly recommend this apartment complex!"

"I was lucky enough to live here for the last year, and I would have stayed if I wasn't leaning UCSB. If you can get a spot, take it! The waitlist was crazy long towards the end of last summer. It's clean, quiet, and extremely well-maintained. The manager, Felipe, kept everything in order so I never had to worry about parties next door or trash everywhere like you might expect on Del Playa. Whatever it was, he handled it. Updates were sent by email so I always knew what was happening or what changes were being made. The price is better than anything I found in IV. The location is perfect; set back from DP and the downtown strip but only by a few blocks. The managers office is onsite. There's an excellent mix of professionals, academics, and athletes of all levels that live here. And a big shout-out to the whole Studio Plaza team! They were always smiling and working to keep everything functioning beautifully! It was always nice seeing the same faces around. Thank you!!!"

"The best deal you'll find for a Studio in all of Isla Vista. I lived here for 6 months as a graduate student wrapping up my PhD and don't have a single complaint. Perfect spot if you like to go surfing everyday, as well as living close to campus for work/studying at night. There is an amazing community of foreign and local undegrads, grad students and postdocs as neighbors. Felipe (the resident manager) makes sure that everyone living at the complex is nice and respectful. Overall the complex is very safe. The ventilation issue can be solved with an air purifier and/or a fan (coming from someone who is quite sensitive and has allergies) -- this was never an issue for me after using a Dyson Air Purifier. Central spot in IV, also ideal for visiting/exchange students, as the studios come furnished and clean."

"Lived here for nearly two years and this is a great place to stay. If it's not that I'm going to move, I'll continue staying here for two more years until I graduate. Felipe is an awesome manager. He's strict on policies, but that makes this place so nice. The guys who fix stuff are also very friendly and quick. You can expect the fix within 48hrs (but usually "