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The average rent in Santa Barbara, as of June 2026, is down 1% compared to last month and down 19.05% year-over-year.
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1d ago
1001 Chino St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$8,500
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2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$4,495
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,750
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1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,439–$2,879
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3h ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$4,800
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3h ago
Lower Riviera house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$11,500
$10,850
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5h ago
Campanil house for rent in Santa Barbara
3359 Braemar Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
4 beds
3.5 baths
$32,500
$9,000
Price drop
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8h ago
East Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1021 Cliff Dr #14, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$4,995
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Available Jul 15
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8h ago
120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,895–$5,717
Price drop
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9h ago
60 Willow Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,331–$8,046
Price drop
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Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
12h ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$5,950
$5,500
Price drop
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13h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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13h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
18h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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18h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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20h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,200
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20h ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
1.5 baths
$5,950
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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1d ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
1415 La Cima Rd #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,550
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1d ago
Milpas house for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
House for rent
Available May 15
1d ago
Milpas house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,150
House for rent
Available May 15
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$4,400
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,600
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1d ago
221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,950–$4,760
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$4,495
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1d ago
122 Sumida Gardens Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,365–$5,460
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1d ago
Laguna apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
224 E Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,400–$3,600
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1d ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4632 Tajo Dr #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$5,300
$5,000
Price drop
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Available Jun 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,850
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2d ago
East Beach house for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,650
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$6,725
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,100
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3d ago
East Beach condo for rent in Santa Barbara
408 Por La Mar Cir, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$3,600
Condo for rent
3d ago
Lower Riviera house for rent in Santa Barbara
1742 Prospect Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$8,500
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3d ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
Modoc Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$7,450
House for rent
3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,525
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
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3d ago
617 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
3 baths
$12,000
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3d ago
Alta Mesa townhouse for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,700
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3d ago
Upper East house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$4,500
$4,200
Price drop
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4d ago
Lower Riviera house for rent in Santa Barbara
964 Garcia Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
3 beds
4.5 baths
$19,000
House for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2007 Red Rose Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
2 baths
$3,500
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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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