How much is the average rent in Montecito, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

The average rent in Montecito, CA for a 1-bedroom apartment is $4,200, while a 2-bedroom apartment costs approximately $6,967.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Montecito, CA?

Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Montecito, CA. About 22.08% of the listings are pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Montecito, CA?

Utilities are included in about 11% of the rental listings in Montecito, CA.

Are most apartments in Montecito, CA largely older buildings or new developments?

Montecito's architecture is characterized by charming cottages, which make up nearly 44% of the market. These homes often feature inviting porches and gardens, offering a quaint and peaceful living environment.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA

25 rentals

5d+ ago

Cheap Mission Canyon apartment for rent in Mission Canyon

Private Garden Apartment

2879 Exeter Pl #1, Mission Canyon, CA 93105

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$2,500

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 15

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

2d ago

Cheap Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

1418 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable

Studio

1 bath

$2,695

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

APARTMENT - SANTA BARBARA, CA

47 Ocean View Ave Apt 14, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Affordable | On-site laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$2,700

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,950

$2,785

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 29

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

APARTMENT - SANTA BARBARA, CA

322 W Micheltorena St #C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,800

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara

Sunny & Bright

12 W Constance Ave #3, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,900

House for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$8,500

Alta Mesa

Nearby rental good for pet owners

1050 Vista Del Pueblo unit: Apt 32 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap West Downtown condo for rent in Santa Barbara

CONDOS - Split Level - SANTA BARBARA, CA

1050 Vista Del Pueblo unit: Apt 32, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$4,200

$3,900

Price drop

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

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1815 San Andres St #C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$3,950

House for rent

Available Mar 21

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

44 - 46 Ocean View - 46-C

46 Ocean View Ave #46C, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$4,200

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside house for rent in Santa Barbara

1312 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Affordable | Assigned parking | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$4,500

House for rent

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825 De La Vina

825 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$5,500

Price drop

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5d+ ago

Cheap West Downtown house for rent in Santa Barbara

$5,500 - 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Charming Coastal Cottage Downtown Santa Barbara

306 W De La Guerra St #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1.5 baths

$5,500

House for rent

Available Apr 15

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap Laguna condo for rent in Santa Barbara

CONDOS - Spanish - SANTA BARBARA, CA

1235 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$5,700

Condo for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

18h ago

Cheap Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

APARTMENT - SANTA BARBARA, CA

415 Rancheria St #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | On-site laundry

4 beds

1.5 baths

$6,000

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside townhouse for rent in Santa Barbara

1206 Blanchard St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

3 baths

$6,000

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

1220 Coast Village Rd #313 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Coast Village condo for rent in Montecito

1220 Coast Village Rd #313, Montecito, CA 93108

Affordable

2 beds

2 baths

$6,200

Condo for rent

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Cheap Milpas house for rent in Santa Barbara

1036 E Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Affordable

4 beds

3 baths

$6,500

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap East Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara

1398 Santa Rita Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Affordable

3 beds

2 baths

$7,950

House for rent

3d ago

Cheap house for rent in Montecito

1024 Fairway Rd, Montecito, CA 93108

Affordable

2 beds

2 baths

$8,900

House for rent

13h ago

8.8

Very good

1001-1009 Chino Street

1001 Chino St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$9,000

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

EV Charging

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap East Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara

SINGLE_FAMILY - Cottage - SANTA BARBARA, CA

347 Salida Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

4 beds

3 baths

$10,995

House for rent

Top amenities

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

5h ago

Cheap house for rent in Montecito

SINGLE_FAMILY - Ranch - MONTECITO, CA

450 Santa Rosa Ln, Montecito, CA 93108

Affordable | Garage parking | Dishwasher

4 beds

3.5 baths

$16,500

House for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap Eucalpytus Hill apartment for rent in Santa Barbara

546 Owen Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

3.5 baths

$25,000

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

1383 1383 School House Road - 1383 School House Road Home - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Montecito

1383 1383 School House Road - 1383 School House Road Home, Montecito, CA 93108

Affordable

4 beds

3 baths

$29,750

House for rent

2d ago

Cheap house for rent in Montecito

SINGLE_FAMILY - Contemporary - MONTECITO, CA

684 Ladera Ln, Montecito, CA 93108

Affordable | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets

5 beds

3.5 baths

$32,000

House for rent

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