Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $1500
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2 bd $1,1493 bd $1,229Base rent425 GARDEN ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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1 bd $9952 bd $995Base rentSan Pascual Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101Apply online
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Studio $200Base rent2027 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105Pet friendly -
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1 bd $991+Base rent430 S Fairview Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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1 bd $999+4 bd $1,415+Base rent6739 El Colegio Rd, 6679 Abrego Rd, Goleta, CA 93117Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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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 2 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA?
The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: The Marc, The Messina, Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments, 608-612 Santa Barbara St. and Coronel Place Apartments.
What type of rental buildings are in Santa Barbara, CA?
In Santa Barbara, 60% of the residents are renting compared to 40% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 6% of Santa Barbara's rentals, 70% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.
Apartments in Santa Barbara, CA under $1,500
Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,500?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 80 apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA on which you’ll spend less than $1,500. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.
Rentals near you under $1,500
Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,500. The average rental size in Santa Barbara, CA is 1,045 Sqft, but the $1,500 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.