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The average monthly rent in West Downtown, Santa Barbara is flat compared to last month but up 9.69% year-over-year.
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$5,500–$5,700
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4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,200
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2d ago
529 529 W Victoria Street - 1236 San Pascual Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
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4d ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
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5d+ ago
131 131 Burton Circle/1015 N. Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Balcony | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
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5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$2,770
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5d+ ago
West Downtown apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
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7h ago
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Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,250–$3,495
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2d ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
201 Ladera St #07, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
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Available Mar 1
2d ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
201 Ladera St #12, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
3 beds
2 baths
$4,250
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
819 W Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,245
House for rent
Available Mar 5
5d+ ago
Alta Mesa house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$7,000
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3d ago
Alta Mesa apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,850
$2,750
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Upper East house for rent in Santa Barbara
3 beds
2 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
1922 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
3 beds
3 baths
$6,400
$6,200
Price drop
House for rent
Available Feb 27
5d+ ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
201 Ladera St #08, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
415 Rancheria St Apt 2 #2, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry
4 beds
1 bath
$6,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
1 bath
$1,885
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 15
5d+ ago
Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
0 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 4
5d+ ago
Lower East apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
Studio
0 baths
$2,000
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 4
2d ago
Lower West apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
201 Ladera St #11, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
3 beds
2 baths
$4,250
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Oak Park house for rent in Santa Barbara
1608 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$5,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Oak Park apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
320 W Micheltorena St Unit A #A, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Laguna apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
2 beds
1 bath
$3,850
$3,750
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 4
5d+ ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Barbara
1 bed
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 5
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West Downtown, Santa Barbara offers a good selection of rental listings, with an average of 11 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's rental market primarily features 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with a smaller number of studios and 3-bedroom units. Many of these apartments offer desirable amenities, including in-unit laundry, assigned parking, and outdoor spaces. With about 38% of apartments featuring in-unit laundry and around 35% offering outdoor spaces, renters can find convenient and comfortable living options in West Downtown. The neighborhood's proximity to downtown Santa Barbara makes it an attractive choice for those looking for easy access to local amenities.
West Downtown, Santa Barbara, is a haven for those who adore the warm, inviting charm of Craftsman-style homes. These properties, which make up about 80% of the market, are characterized by their low-pitched gabled roofs, wide eaves, and decorative trusses. Renters who value the cozy, organic feel of natural materials like wood and stone will love the Craftsman homes in West Downtown. With their emphasis on handcrafted details and functional simplicity, these homes offer a unique blend of comfort and sophistication, making them an ideal choice for those seeking a relaxed, yet refined, living experience. Architectural style in West Downtown,Santa Barbara is representative of a subset of listings available on Zumper over the last few years.
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.
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.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in West Downtown is 589 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in West Downtown is 492 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about West Downtown average rent prices.
1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in West Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA right now.
Studio apartments are the least common type of rentals in West Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA right now.
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