What are the average rent costs in Santa Barbara, CA?

The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,290.

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 $2,061.

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 $2,290.

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 $3,397.

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 $4,232.

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 $4,970.

Santa Barbara, CA 4 Bedroom Apartments For Rent

4 BEDS

$1,100

Breakpointe Coronado

6672 Abrego Rd, Isla Vista, CA 93117

Call (805) 617-1412
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$8,500

4905 Rhoads Ave

4905 Rhoads Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111

Call (425) 418-6975
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$12,000

6694 Sabado Tarde Rd Unit C

6694 Sabado Tarde Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
5 BEDS, 5 BATHS

$25,000

1601 Alisa Ln

1601 Alisa Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$22,500

1312 Shoreline Dr

1312 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
4 BEDS, 5 BATHS

$68,000

1 Miramar Ave

1 Miramar Ave, Montecito, CA 93108
5 BEDS, 6 BATHS

$48,500

0 E Mountain Dr

0 E Mountain Dr, Montecito, CA 93108
5 BEDS, 8 BATHS

$120,000

2733 Sycamore Canyon Rd

2733 Sycamore Canyon Rd, Montecito, CA 93108
4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$7,500

345 N Ontare Rd

345 N Ontare Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS

$14,000

1476 Crestline Dr

1476 Crestline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
6 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$7,500

2924 Arriba Way

2924 Arriba Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$7,800

Santa Barbara desired neighborhood

1213 Manitou Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$25,000

Hope Ranch

1057 Monte Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
5 BEDS, 6 BATHS

$39,000

801 Riven Rock Rd

801 Riven Rock Rd, Montecito, CA 93108

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Santa Barbara at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,290

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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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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 385 Sq Ft $2,061 / mo
1 Bedroom 524 Sq Ft $2,290 / mo
2 Bedrooms 818 Sq Ft $3,397 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,192 Sq Ft $4,232 / mo
4 Bedrooms 996 Sq Ft $4,970 / mo

Getting Around Santa Barbara

Transportation

Very Walkable

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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 need a car.

Very Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

Santa Barbara City College

Public University

UC Santa Barbara

Public University

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San Marcos Senior High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,020 Students

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Santa Barbara Senior High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,107 Students

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Santa Barbara County ROP-South

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

0 Students

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La Colina Junior High

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

900 Students

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Santa Barbara Junior High

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

560 Students

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La Cumbre Junior High

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

458 Students

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Montecito Union

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

353 Students

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Cold Spring Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

193 Students

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Franklin Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

441 Students

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Foothill Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

374 Students

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Mountain View Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

352 Students

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