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Ortega Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
6 beds
7.5 baths
$75,000
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1 bath
$2,900
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,675
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Oak Park condo for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,200
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West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
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Available May 7
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4400 Via Abrigada, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Swimming pool | Outdoor space
4 beds
4.5 baths
$38,000
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Laguna house for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
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Eastside house for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,875
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Lower State apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
1 bath
$4,895
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West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,925
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Hidden Valley house for rent in Santa Barbara
831 Palermo Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
4 beds
3 baths
$8,500
$7,500
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Available May 15
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House for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
2 baths
$6,250
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5d+ ago
Westside townhouse for rent in Santa Barbara
820 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | High ceilings
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,700
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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
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5d+ ago
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4015 Lago Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Furnished | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$10,750
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Eastside house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
$6,250
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5071 Del Monaco Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$6,000
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House for rent in Santa Barbara
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
7 beds
4 baths
$9,450
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Available Jun 1
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House for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
North State house for rent in Santa Barbara
3644 San Gabriel Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$6,795
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5d+ 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
$37,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
2 baths
$10,500
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Eastside house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
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Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
4 beds
1.5 baths
$6,000
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5d+ ago
Eucalpytus Hill house for rent in Santa Barbara
937 Camino Viejo #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Furnished | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3.5 baths
$15,000
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
334 Consuelo Dr #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$5,400
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704 Ladera Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$11,350
$11,000
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5d+ ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
1416 1/2 Castillo St #BACK, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Fireplace | Microwave
3 beds
3 baths
$6,500
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
East Beach house for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$4,400
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5d+ 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
$3,750
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5d+ ago
Eastside house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Barbara
3756 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
7 beds
8.5 baths
$39,000
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5d+ ago
Laguna apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
530 E Anapamu St #B, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Lower West condo for rent in Santa Barbara
521 W Montecito St #3, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
Available May 11
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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
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Available Apr 14
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House for rent in Santa Barbara
5 beds
4 baths
$11,500
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5d+ ago
Eucalpytus Hill house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
3.5 baths
$25,000
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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
East Beach condo for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,900
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Barbara
3663 San Remo Dr #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$4,250
Condo for rent
Available Mar 1
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Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
0 baths
$5,500
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Available Apr 1
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Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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Available May 1
5d+ ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
47 Ocean View Ave #14, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Cielito house for rent in Santa Barbara
706 Circle Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$7,800
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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.
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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.
Rents in Santa Barbara are decreasing, with a general decline of about 15% in average rent prices. Specifically, the cost of 1-bedroom apartments has decreased by 6%, and 2-bedroom apartments have dropped by 5%.
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 2024 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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