What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

One-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara average around $3,100 per month in 2025. These units typically offer around 538 square feet of living space.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa rent for around $4,800 per month in 2025. These units average approximately 1,013 square feet of space.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments in Alta Mesa command around $9,200 per month in 2025. These larger units offer approximately 2,292 square feet of living space.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

Alta Mesa in Santa Barbara sees rental prices averaging around $6,800 per month across all property types in 2025. Studios start at around $2,300 monthly, while larger three-bedroom units reach around $9,200 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

Apartments in Alta Mesa average around 1,270 square feet across all unit types. Studios offer around 420 square feet, while three-bedroom units provide the most space at approximately 2,292 square feet.

What type of apartment is most common in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Alta Mesa, with about 6 listings available monthly. The neighborhood sees a good mix of unit types with about 16 total listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA?

Studios are the least common rental type in Alta Mesa, with no current listings available. Two-bedroom apartments have about 4 listings monthly, making them the second least common option.

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