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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $3000
187 Rentals Available

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    620 W. Gutierrez St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    2 BEDS $2,800+
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    520 W. Carrillo St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $2,850
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    249, 301, 311 Verano Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
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    1 BED $2,495+
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    920 Lowena Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    STUDIO $65
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    221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    1 BED $2,976+
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    120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    1 BED $2,920+
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    2320 Banner Avenue, Summerland, CA 93067
    STUDIO $2,800
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    335 Moreton Bay #3, Goleta, CA 93117
    2 BEDS $2,950
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    5839 Encina Road, Unit #107,, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,947+
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    6590 Cordoba Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,750
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    6707 ABREGO RD#100, GOLETA, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,300
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    6753 Trigo ADU, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $3,000
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    6779 Trigo Road, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,500
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    7170 Davenport Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $2,905+
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    1049 Elm Lane, Carpinteria, CA 93013
    1 BED $2,350
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    ICC, 421 E. Cota Street, CA 93101
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Getting around in Santa Barbara, CA

88 /100
Very Walkable
47 /100
Some Transit
83 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 88, Transit Score®: 47, Bike Score®: 83

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 10 Dec 2024.

What are the best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: La Brezza, The Marc, Ivy Apartment Homes, Coronel Place Apartments and Plaza Riviera.

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

In Santa Barbara 59% of the housing is rented out compared to 41% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Santa Barbara’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 68% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Santa Barbara, CA under $3,000

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $3,000?” 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 187 apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA on which you’ll spend less than $3,000. 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 $3,000

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 $3,000. The average rental size in Santa Barbara, CA is 814 Sqft, but the $3,000 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.

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