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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA

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  • 722 Ramo Ave Studio Apartment for Rent
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    722 Ramo Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    Pet friendly
  • 2 bd $5,500
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    1008 Carpinteria St

    1008 Carpinteria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • 4 bd $2,800
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    937 Camino Viejo Road

    937 Camino Viejo Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • 4 bd $9,650
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    1520 Bath Street

    1520 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 2 bd $4,200
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    1518 Clifton Street, Unit A

    1518 Clifton Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    2 bd $4,500
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    570 Apple Grove Lane

    570 Apple Grove Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • 59-0-city

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA were last updated on 3 Oct 2026.

What are the best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: The Marc, Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments, El Jardin, La Brezza and Coronel Place Apartments.

What is the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA?

The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,899.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is between $50 and $3,950.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is between $908 and $4,345.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is between $908 and $5,500.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is between $908 and $7,100.

What type of rental buildings are in Santa Barbara, CA?

In Santa Barbara 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 6% of Santa Barbara's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 70% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Santa Barbara, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Santa Barbara are about 48 years old, on average. Of these, 20% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Santa Barbara, CA?

Rental apartments in Santa Barbara come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 17% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 53% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 29% of all rentals in Santa Barbara. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.