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The average rent in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, as of July 2026, is down 17.2% compared to last month and down 18.92% year-over-year.
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
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5d+ ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
2402 Calle Montilla, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Furnished
4 beds
3 baths
$11,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
$2,475
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House for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
622 W Arrellaga St #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
122 Santa Rosa Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
5 beds
4 baths
$14,500
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Dishwasher
Hardwood Floor
Central Heat
Air Conditioning
5d+ ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
1.5 baths
$6,000
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5d+ ago
East Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
Luneta Plz, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3.5 baths
$29,500
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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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5d+ ago
West Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$5,750
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3d ago
East Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
1539 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
3 beds
3 baths
$19,500
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5d+ ago
Lower West condo for rent in Santa Barbara
521 W Montecito St #11, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Lower West condo for rent in Santa Barbara
521 W Montecito St #10, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
Available May 26
5d+ ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$5,990
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Oak Park townhouse for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
House for rent
5d+ 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
5d+ ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$5,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
West Downtown house for rent in Santa Barbara
224 W Cota St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$5,900
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5d+ ago
Santa Barbara Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 De La Guerra Pl #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
Studio
1 bath
$6,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Santa Barbara Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 De La Guerra Pl #A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$6,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Santa Barbara Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 De La Guerra Pl #C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$6,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
0 baths
$5,500
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Bel Air house for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Lower State apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,275
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
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Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara average around $3,160/month, up 14.4% year over year.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, two-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara average around $5,110/month, up 26.9% year over year.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, three-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara average around $8,480/month, down 5.5% year over year.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, Alta Mesa apartments in Santa Barbara average around $5,100/month across all property types, though rents dropped sharply from this time last year.
Based on our current listings, apartments in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara average around 1,100 sqft across all unit types, with three-bedrooms running much larger at approximately 2,140 sqft.
Based on our current listings, one-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, with about 8 listings available monthly.
Alta Mesa is a neighborhood that perfectly complements an active social lifestyle. Our analysis of recent data reveals that this area is particularly well-suited for renters who value community engagement and social interactions. With a high Walk Score, residents can easily explore local amenities on foot, fostering a sense of connection with the neighborhood. Additionally, the area's age distribution, safety record, and reliable transit options all contribute to a vibrant and dynamic community. Well-maintained street infrastructure further enhances the overall quality of life, making Alta Mesa an attractive choice for those seeking a lively social scene. If you're looking for a neighborhood that supports an active and connected lifestyle, Alta Mesa is definitely worth considering.
Based on our current listings, studio apartments are not available in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, while two-bedroom units have the fewest listings at about 3 per month.
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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