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1d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1001 Chino St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$8,500
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,519–$2,757
Price drop
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9h ago
Condo for rent in Santa Barbara
6580 Calle Koral, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,450
Condo for rent
9h ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,500–$3,600
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,525
Apartment for rent
16h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$5,150
Apartment for rent
16h ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$3,500–$6,250
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19h ago
North State apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
West Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
350 Oliver Rd #A, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$6,100
Apartment for rent
Available May 31
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
1d ago
122 Sumida Gardens Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,294–$5,523
Price drop
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1d ago
60 Willow Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,352–$8,127
Price drop
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1d ago
2007 Red Rose Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
West Downtown house for rent in Santa Barbara
306 W De La Guerra St #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$4,995
House for rent
Available Jun 8
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,400–$3,750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
2 baths
$3,500
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Upper East house for rent in Santa Barbara
2521 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1.5 baths
$4,000
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$5,500
Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
334 Consuelo Dr #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$5,200
House for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4632 Tajo Dr #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$5,300
House for rent
Available May 25
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
House for rent
Available Jun 9
4d ago
Lower Riviera house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$11,500
House for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$6,950
House for rent
4d ago
Upper East house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$4,200
House for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,200
Apartment for rent
4d ago
La Cumbre Estates house for rent in Santa Barbara
4570 Auhay Dr #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$4,400
House for rent
Available Jun 15
4d ago
Oak Park condo for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
$4,100
Price drop
Condo for rent
4d ago
Oak Park condo for rent in Santa Barbara
2645 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
2.5 baths
$7,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,400–$5,773
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Cielito house for rent in Santa Barbara
706 Circle Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$7,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,375
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
221 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,325–$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2.5 baths
$13,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North State apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
3402 Richland Dr #1, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Studio
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 6
5d+ ago
East Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1021 Cliff Dr #12, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry | Balcony | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$4,695
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
East Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1021 Cliff Dr #14, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$5,050
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
East Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1021 Cliff Dr #2, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry | Central heat
2 beds
1.5 baths
$4,800
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
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Santa Barbara is known as the “American Riviera”. With a prime location between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara artfully combines laid-back surfer vibes with downtown nightlife, world-class restaurants, boutique shopping and rugged outdoor adventure.
There are several universities in Santa Barbara, including UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara City College, Westmont College, Antioch University, and the Brooks Institute of Photography. Each summer, the college crowd combines with flocks of tourists, creating a huge party atmosphere that takes over the city.
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Santa Barbara, CA, is appreciated for its picturesque environment, with locals often enjoying the beautiful beaches and outdoors. Community events and farmers markets are popular, adding to the vibrant local scene. Many residents note the wide range of restaurants and shops available. However, high living costs are frequently cited as a concern, leading some to feel that affordability is an ongoing issue. Overall, the quality of life here is influenced significantly by its scenic appeal and thriving cultural offerings.
Santa Barbara's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,900 per month, remaining relatively stable from the previous year. 2-bedroom units average around $4,100 monthly, down 6.0% year over year.
Rents in Santa Barbara are decreasing, with a general decline of about 15% in average rent prices. Specifically, the cost of 1-bedroom apartments has decreased by 6%, and 2-bedroom apartments have dropped by 5%.
Late fall and winter months offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Santa Barbara, with December seeing the lowest rents of the year. June has the highest rent, with approximately 16% higher prices during peak season, while November and December experience less competition as demand softens.
West Beach, Lower East, Laguna, and West Downtown provide the strongest community connections for social living enthusiasts, featuring high walk scores and well-developed street infrastructure. Lower East and North State are the most in-demand neighborhoods, each generating significantly higher consumer interest than market average at around $3,900 monthly for 1-bedroom apartments.
Oak Park offers the most affordable option at around $2,830 monthly, which is 10% below the city median. North State provides another budget-friendly choice at around $2,900 per month, 4% below city median, while West Downtown averages around $2,960 monthly.
Pet owners will find excellent options in Lower State, Rutherford Park, Upper East, and West Downtown neighborhoods, where apartments feature pet flooring, outdoor space, and pet-safe windows. These areas offer pet spaces, waste facilities, and pet events, with many properties maintaining no breed restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Santa Barbara rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the market. The inclusion rate remains consistently low across all bedroom types, from studios to 3-bedroom apartments, making separate utility payments the standard expectation.
Santa Barbara's rental market features a mix of architectural styles reflecting different eras, with cottage-style homes representing 26% of properties and Spanish-style architecture accounting for 20.8% of the market. Contemporary homes make up 19.7% of rental options, showcasing the city's blend of historic charm and modern development.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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