Prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA were last updated on 26 Nov 2025.
The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: La Brezza, Coronel Place Apartments, Plaza Riviera, The Marc and Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
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. 7% 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.
Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 12 apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA from 2 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $2,000, and make the most out of your budget.
Santa Barbara, CA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $2,000 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $176 in Santa Barbara, CA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.
