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2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,527–$2,717
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$5,500–$5,700
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1d ago
835 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio
1 bath
$3,045
Apartment for rent
2d ago
221 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
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4d ago
Alta Mesa condo for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,250
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
North State condo for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
$4,500
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Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
546 Owen Rd #NA, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$27,000
$23,000
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Available Feb 15
2d ago
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$2,395
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17h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$7,469
Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,724
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2h ago
221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
On-site laundry | Balcony | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$2,992–$4,719
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1520 Eucalyptus Hill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
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2h ago
60 Willow Springs Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93117
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,265–$6,395
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,495
Apartment for rent
3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$5,850
House for rent
Available Feb 14
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
11h ago
120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,868–$5,865
Price drop
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
720 Bond Ave #5, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Studio
0 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 4
23h ago
Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
720 Bond Ave #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Studio
0 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 4
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,975
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Foothill house for rent in Santa Barbara
1112 N Ontare Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Furnished | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$3,000
House for rent
Available Feb 5
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000–$4,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,500–$3,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,275
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,650–$3,450
Apartment for rent
2d ago
East Beach house for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$3,300
House for rent
2d ago
Upper East condo for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$3,100
Condo for rent
Available Mar 1
2d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
47 Ocean View Ave #47-5, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 2
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,795–$3,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
122 Sumida Gardens Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,399–$6,056
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$5,700
$5,300
Price drop
House for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,600–$5,500
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
47 Ocean View Ave Apt 5 #5, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1031 Miramonte Dr #2, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$6,000
Condo for rent
Available Apr 1
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$7,100
House for rent
Available Feb 1
3d ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
228 W Mission St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$6,900
House for rent
Available Apr 1
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,300
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Hidden Valley house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$5,600
House for rent
3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Upper East house for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
$3,900
Price drop
House for rent
3d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,795
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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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara is approximately $2,902, while a 2-bedroom apartment costs around $3,921 on average.
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%.
October and December are the least competitive months, making them potentially good times to find a deal. In contrast, May is the most competitive month.
Oak Park and North State are among the most sought-after neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, offering a unique blend of amenities and attractions.
While the popular neighborhoods like Oak Park and North State are more expensive, areas like Laguna, West Downtown, and Milpas offer a mix of safety, frequent transit options, and shared spaces, which may appeal to budget-conscious renters.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments available, with 25.19% of listings being pet-friendly.
About 20% of the listings in Santa Barbara include utilities in the rent.
Santa Barbara's architectural landscape is characterized by a mix of classic and modern styles, with cottages and Spanish-style homes being prevalent, alongside contemporary homes.
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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