Apartments For Rent By Owner in Santa Barbara, CA
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$4,800Base Rent$4,800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$4,800 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,600Base Rent$4,600Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$4,6001524 Garden St Unit 3
1524 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$3,799Base Rent$3,799Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$3,7991426 Bath St Unit A
1426 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,995Base Rent$2,995Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,995226 W De la Guerra St
226 W De la Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$6,600Base Rent$6,600Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$6,600
1615 Olive St Unit B
1615 Olive St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,975Base Rent$2,975Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,975
1821 Chino St Unit D
1821 Chino St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$5,000Base Rent$5,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$5,000
605 W Anapamu St
605 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO, 1 BATH$1,900Base Rent$1,900Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,900
5094 Santa Susana Ave Unit Santa Susana Ave. Studio
5094 Santa Susana Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$5,700Base Rent$5,700Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$5,700
4979 San Marcos Ct
4979 San Marcos Ct, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,795Base Rent$4,795Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$4,795
245 Por La Mar Cir Unit 0
245 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$6,000Base Rent$6,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$6,000
415 Rancheria St Unit 4
415 Rancheria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,600Base Rent$2,600Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,600
2620 Tallant Rd Unit Guest House
2620 Tallant Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$2,900Base Rent$2,900Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,900
817 Castillo St Unit B
817 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO, 1 BATH$3,000Base Rent$3,000Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$3,000
6714 Sabado Tarde Rd Unit C
6714 Sabado Tarde Rd, Goleta, CA 93117 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$7,200Base Rent$7,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$7,200
1470 School House Rd
1470 School House Rd, Montecito, CA 93108
Santa Barbara at a Glance
Santa Barbara, CA Apartments for Rent
Santa Barbara sits on the longest south-facing stretch of coastline on the West Coast outside of Alaska, between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Known as "The American Riviera" for its Mediterranean climate and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, the city offers a coastal lifestyle that draws renters seeking beach access and mountain views. Those looking for apartments for rent in Santa Barbara will find everything from downtown studios to multi-bedroom apartment communities in neighborhoods like the Mesa and Upper State Street areas.
Renting in Santa Barbara means easy access to the popular State Street shopping and dining district, historic Mission Santa Barbara, and numerous beaches along the waterfront. The city's outdoor recreation includes hiking trails like Rattlesnake Canyon and bike paths throughout the area. With the University of California Santa Barbara nearby, the region maintains an educational presence alongside its diverse economy spanning technology, health care, and tourism. Weekly farmers' markets and cultural events like the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival add to the appeal of living in this coastal city.
Renting in Santa Barbara
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 381 Sq Ft $2,148 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 517 Sq Ft $2,317 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 815 Sq Ft $3,481 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,186 Sq Ft $4,525 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 996 Sq Ft $5,003 / mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Santa Barbara $3,401/mo
- Goleta $3,007/mo
- Carpinteria $3,561/mo
- Ojai $2,000/mo
- Ventura $2,917/mo
- Oxnard $2,672/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Santa Barbara, CA
What are the average rent costs in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,317.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,148.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,317.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,481.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $4,525.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $5,003.
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