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2d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,617–$3,047
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1h ago
835 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$4,245
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2d ago
165 165 - 175 San Angelo Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$3,495
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,295
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,750
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5d+ ago
Oak Park condo for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$4,400
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Eucalpytus Hill house for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
3 baths
$15,000
$14,000
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5d+ ago
Verified
1116 Waldron Ave #2, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$4,900
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Available Jun 21
19h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
$2,475
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Available Jul 1
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
4d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,868
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1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,450–$2,900
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
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5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Microwave | Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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34m ago
1 bed
2 baths
$3,500
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1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
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2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
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19h ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
In-unit laundry | On-site management
4 beds
3 baths
$1,000
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Available Jun 30
20h ago
221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,912–$4,543
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21h ago
60 Willow Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,494–$7,629
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
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1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$4,800
Apartment for rent
1d ago
221 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,095–$1,625
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$4,395–$5,495
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1d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 10
1d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
204 & 206 W. Yanonali St. - 206-3 #206-3, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 10
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,850–$4,200
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2d ago
122 Sumida Gardens Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,172–$5,151
Price drop
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2d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
47 Ocean View Ave #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
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2d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
47 Ocean View Ave #1, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
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2d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
House for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,520
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,900
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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3d ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$5,700
House for rent
3d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,395
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3d ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,550–$4,850
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,495
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4d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
3.5 baths
$8,500
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4d ago
Milpas house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,900
House for rent
4d ago
306 Rancheria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
Available Jul 12
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
4d ago
East Beach condo for rent in Santa Barbara
257 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,400
Condo for rent
4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,250
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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.
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.
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 2026 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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