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Highlights

  • Covered parking
  • Private patio
  • Non-smoking building
  • Private laundry room
  • Living room
  • Bedrooms

Location

521 W Montecito St #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA|Lower West

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Contact

someproperties.managebuilding.com

(844) 325-6407 ext. 7896

Property Overview

Offering several desirable features, this property includes covered parking, a private patio, and a non-smoking building. It is conveniently located near a top-rated elementary school and provides amenities for remote work, such as high-speed internet and utilities included in the rent, along with proximity to multiple coworking spaces and office supply stores. These qualities make the property attractive for those seeking both comfort and a productive work environment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Amenities for 521 W Montecito St #4, Lower West

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCeiling Fan
DryerFurnished
Utilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
Refrigerator

Building

CarportHandrails
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 521 W Montecito St #4

HomeApartments in Santa BarbaraLower West 521 W Montecito St #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA

This fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath condo with all utilities included (water, trash, power, gas and internet.), is located in the West Beach area. Walking distance to SBCC, Harbor, Wharf, and the Funk Zone. This unit has two bedrooms, two baths smart tv in living room and bedrooms and private laundry room in the unit. It has a comfortable living room with plenty of seating, adjoining kitchen, and private patio with covered and uncovered parking. Its walking distance to the corner market, restaurants, and beach. Pets considered (1 small dog, up to 25lbs or a cat). A walkability score of 74, biking score of 90. "bikers paradise" with a bike path that leads west to UCSB campus and east to Butterfly Beach for biking, skating or just walking the waterfront. West beach is great for boating, kayaking, and volleyball. For the kiddos there is Skater's Point a fun skate park, Chase Palm Park, Los Banos Public Pool, The MOXI and the SB Zoo, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and The Sea Center. That's all within 3 miles. This is a non-smoking building.


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 521 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 108 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

Address details

NeighborhoodLower West
Zip code93101
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Lower West

2-bedroom apartments at 521 W Montecito St #4 cost about 19% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Barbara.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Lower West
Santa Barbara
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Barbara
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$4,244
December 2023$4,055
January 2024$4,223
February 2024$4,135
March 2024$4,257
April 2024$4,240
May 2024$4,225
June 2024$4,299
July 2024$4,125
August 2024$4,009
September 2024$4,189
October 2024$4,342
November 2024$4,177
December 2024$4,219
January 2025$3,979
February 2025$3,821
March 2025$3,605
April 2025$3,802
May 2025$3,708
June 2025$3,797
July 2025$4,124
August 2025$4,190
September 2025$4,149
October 2025$4,200
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lower West
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$3,971
March 2025$3,845
June 2025$4,100
July 2025$4,039
August 2025$3,864
September 2025$3,850
October 2025$4,200

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $200,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,000.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 521 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA.
4 months ago$5,5002 bed2 bath
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2 years ago$5,0002 bed2 bath
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2 years ago$4,2502 bed2 bath
2 years ago$5,0002 bed2 bath

Schools near 521 W Montecito St #4

McKinley Elementary School

350 loma alta dr

santa barbara, CA, 93109

K-6Public
C+

Santa Barbara Community Academy

850 portesuello ave

santa barbara, CA, 93101

K-6Public
B-
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Getting around Santa Barbara near 521 W Montecito St #4

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 521 W Montecito St #4, Santa Barbara

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Other units at this address

521 W Montecito St Santa Barbara, CA

Occupied

14

2 Beds

2 Baths

$4,250

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 973
Bright & spacious 2-bedroom 2-bathroom condo in amazing location - VIRTUAL 3D TOUR: https my matterport com show ?m=isp9i8qYmz9 OPEN HOUSE- Saturday, 4/8, 3:00pm-3:45pm Will accept a May or June move in date! High ceilings and plenty of natural light makes this spacious condo a natural delight. This unit comes UNFURNISHED. Located in a prime location near the beach, Mesa, the Funk zone, SBCC and more. Plenty of storage and counter space in the kitchen. Additional attic storage. The dining area shines bright with the extra window. This condo comes with its own washer and dryer inside of the home, mobile A/C unit, balcony and two assigned parking spaces. A small pet would be considered. Do not miss out. Rental terms: - 1 year lease - Tenant pays utilities: Water/ Electricity/ Gas/ Cable/Internet - Owner pays HOA fee & Trash - No smoking - $100,000 liability renters insurance coverage required. - Cosigners are considered with max security deposit (2X the rent). Call 805-586-2583 or email **** if you would like additional information. In general, the landlord is looking for the following qualifications: - Credit score of 700+ - Gross income 3x the rent** - Good credit history - Clear source of monthly income - References - No smoking of any kind **Should all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program, 3x gross income qualification shall apply only to the portion of the rent that the Tenant is responsible for after the voucher amount has been deducted. Equal Housing Opportunity. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or because all or part of applicant's income derives from any public assistance program. Proudly managed by Blue Horizon Management Company (CalDRE #01898099)

Occupied

10

2 Beds

2 Baths

$5,500

Listed by Montecito Street (4, 10, 11)
Days on market: 653
This fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath condo with all utilities included (water, trash, power, gas and internet.), is located in the West Beach area. Walking distance to SBCC, Harbor, Wharf, and the Funk Zone. This unit has two bedrooms, two baths smart tv in living room and bedrooms and private laundry room in the unit. It has a comfortable living room with plenty of seating, adjoining kitchen, and private patio with covered and uncovered parking. Its walking distance to the corner market, restaurants, and beach. Pets considered (1 small dog, up to 25lbs or a cat). A walkability score of 74, biking score of 90. "bikers paradise" with a bike path that leads west to UCSB campus and east to Butterfly Beach for biking, skating or just walking the waterfront. West beach is great for boating, kayaking, and volleyball. For the kiddos there is Skater's Point a fun skate park, Chase Palm Park, Los Banos Public Pool, The MOXI and the SB Zoo, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and The Sea Center. That's all within 3 miles. This is a non-smoking building.

Occupied

11

2 Beds

2 Baths

$5,500

Listed by Property Manager
Days on market: 246
This fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath condo with all utilities included (water, trash, power, gas and internet.), is located in the West Beach area. Walking distance to SBCC, Harbor, Wharf, and the Funk Zone. This unit has two bedrooms, two baths smart tv in living room and bedrooms and private laundry room in the unit. It has a comfortable living room with plenty of seating, adjoining kitchen, and private patio with covered and uncovered parking. Its walking distance to the corner market, restaurants, and beach. Pets considered (1 small dog, up to 25lbs or a cat). A walkability score of 74, biking score of 90. "bikers paradise" with a bike path that leads west to UCSB campus and east to Butterfly Beach for biking, skating or just walking the waterfront. West beach is great for boating, kayaking, and volleyball. For the kiddos there is Skater's Point a fun skate park, Chase Palm Park, Los Banos Public Pool, The MOXI and the SB Zoo, the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and The Sea Center. That's all within 3 miles. This is a non-smoking building.

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