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18h ago
Alta Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,595
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$5,500–$5,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
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405 Orilla Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$4,000
Apartment for rent
Available May 16
2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,509–$2,839
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
21m ago
122 Sumida Gardens Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,399–$6,038
Price drop
Apartment for rent
43m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,300
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1h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,695–$3,195
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4h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,875
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On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,600
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Rutherford Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
3116 Calle Fresno #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$10,950
House for rent
Available May 1
18h ago
East Mesa condo for rent in Santa Barbara
56 Barranca Ave #11, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,120
Condo for rent
22h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3940 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,950–$2,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,850–$4,200
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Bel Air house for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
3 baths
$7,500
$7,200
Price drop
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2d ago
60 Willow Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,278–$6,481
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$2,984–$4,599
Apartment for rent
2d ago
West Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
3 baths
$7,450
House for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,050
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,325
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$8,000
House for rent
2d ago
120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,940–$5,810
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
East Beach condo for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$4,000
Condo for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,150–$3,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
2d ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2119 De La Vina St Apt G #G, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
320 W Micheltorena St Unit A #A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4698 Granada Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
4 beds
4 baths
$11,900
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1520 Eucalyptus Hill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
201 Ladera St #08, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 21
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,495
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,975
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Oak Park condo for rent in Santa Barbara
1815 Bath St Apt 1 #1, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
East Beach condo for rent in Santa Barbara
263 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$6,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,275
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
221 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4905 Rhoads Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
1 bath
$9,000
House for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,795–$3,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1031 Miramonte Dr #2, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$6,000
Condo for rent
Available Apr 1
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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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara is approximately $2,902, while a 2-bedroom apartment costs around $3,921 on average.
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%.
October and December are the least competitive months, making them potentially good times to find a deal. In contrast, May is the most competitive month.
Oak Park and North State are among the most sought-after neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, offering a unique blend of amenities and attractions.
While the popular neighborhoods like Oak Park and North State are more expensive, areas like Laguna, West Downtown, and Milpas offer a mix of safety, frequent transit options, and shared spaces, which may appeal to budget-conscious renters.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments available, with 25.19% of listings being pet-friendly.
About 20% of the listings in Santa Barbara include utilities in the rent.
Santa Barbara's architectural landscape is characterized by a mix of classic and modern styles, with cottages and Spanish-style homes being prevalent, alongside contemporary homes.
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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