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The average rent in West Downtown, Santa Barbara, as of July 2026, is down 1.12% compared to last month but up 57.98% year-over-year.
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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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2d 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
4d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,850
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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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In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Hardwood Floor
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,695
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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
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5d+ ago
Laguna house for rent in Santa Barbara
924 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Fireplace
2 beds
2 baths
$11,900
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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
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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
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5d+ ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1703 Chapala St #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$4,300
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5d+ ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1703 Chapala St #A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$4,700
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
1.5 baths
$6,000
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5d+ ago
Alta Mesa condo for rent in Santa Barbara
1050 Vista Del Pueblo #32, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Laguna house for rent in Santa Barbara
333 E Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$6,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
323 W Islay St #E, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Laguna apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
On-site laundry | Central heat | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
Apartment for rent
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
1d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
$2,475
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
1.5 baths
$5,950
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West Downtown, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, sees one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,800 per month in 2025. These units fell 3.9% from the previous year and typically measure around 343 sqft.
Two-bedroom apartments in West Downtown average around $4,200 per month in 2025, down 11.2% from the previous year. These units typically span around 666 sqft and represent about 5 listings available monthly.
Three-bedroom apartments in West Downtown, Santa Barbara average around $7,400 per month in 2025, up 1.0% from the previous year. These larger units average around 133 sqft and see about 1 listing available monthly.
West Downtown in Santa Barbara averaged around $3,000 per month across all apartment types in 2025, down 16.1% from the previous year. Studios start around $2,600 monthly, while three-bedroom units reach around $7,400 per month.
Apartments in West Downtown average around 419 sqft across all unit types. Two-bedroom units are the largest at around 666 sqft, while studios typically measure around 263 sqft.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in West Downtown, Santa Barbara, with about 7 listings available monthly. Studios follow with about 3 listings, while two-bedrooms average about 5 listings per month.
West Downtown is a top choice for renters prioritizing social living in Santa Barbara. With its high transit score, frequent transit options, and well-developed street infrastructure, getting around the neighborhood is convenient. Additionally, its strong walk score and safe environment make it an ideal spot for those who enjoy exploring their community on foot. According to the data, West Downtown's unique blend of accessibility and pedestrian-friendly design creates a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for renters seeking an active social lifestyle.
Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in West Downtown, making them the least available rental type. The neighborhood sees much higher availability in one-bedroom and two-bedroom units.
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.
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