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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $3500
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    a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink 3d rendering of a bedroom with a bed and a window
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    120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    2 Units available
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    a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink 3d rendering of a bedroom with a bed and a window a dining room with a table and chairs and a ceiling fan a swimming pool with chairs and umbrellas around it
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    5/5 Anonymous on Mar 30, 2024

    Awesome place to live! RentCafe makes it auoer easy tonpay rent as well!

    5/5 Amanda R. on Nov 2, 2023

    I've lived here for two years and Patterson Place is a safe, conveniently located, and well taken care of property. Bobbie and Rigo on the management team kindly and promptly address every concern with immediate solutions and follow-up. The pool, laundry room, grounds, and gym were always clean and in great condition, and any maintenance issues in the apartment were minimal and always solved same day by Carlos. There are frequently generous events and offering by the staff that were fun extras. It can't be easy managing during renovations, but as a resident I never had an issue, as the staff here made it worth it with their great communication and care.

  • Goleta, CA Apartments Near Costco - Encina Meadows - Kitchen with Plank Flooring, Rug, White Appliances, Wood-Style Cabinetry, Breakfast Bar, and View of Living Room. Goleta, CA Apartments Near UCSB - Encina Meadows - Spacious Bedroom with Carpeted Flooring, Large Bed, Footboard Bench, Wooden Nightstands with Lamps, Houseplant, White Walls, and Large Window with Green Curtains.
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    5839 Encina Road, Unit #107,, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 Unit available
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    Goleta, CA Apartments Near Costco - Encina Meadows - Kitchen with Plank Flooring, Rug, White Appliances, Wood-Style Cabinetry, Breakfast Bar, and View of Living Room. Goleta, CA Apartments Near UCSB - Encina Meadows - Spacious Bedroom with Carpeted Flooring, Large Bed, Footboard Bench, Wooden Nightstands with Lamps, Houseplant, White Walls, and Large Window with Green Curtains. a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas and a jacaranda tree in Goleta, CA Apartments for Rent - Encina Meadows Fitness Center With Treadmills, Exercise Bikes, Free Weights, and More
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    Verdant gardens and a serene lifestyle with impeccable amenities await at Encina Meadows Apartments. Designed to soothe the soul and entertain the spirit, our apartments for rent in Goleta, CA are equipped to meet your needs for care-free living under the warm California sun!

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    • Dishwasher
    • Pool
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Extra Storage
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    Apartments for Rent in Goleta CA - Sumida Gardens - Kitchen with Wood-Style Floor, Area Rug, White Appliances, Wood Cabinetry, Grey Countertops, Overhead Lighting, and Breakfast Bar Area Dog-Friendly Apartments in Goleta, CA - Sumida Gardens - Bedroom with Plush Carpeting, Large Bed, Nightstands with Lamps, Wall Art, and Windows.
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    122 Sumida Gardens Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    7 Units available
    1 BED $3,145+
    2 BEDS $3,455+
    Apartments for Rent in Goleta CA - Sumida Gardens - Kitchen with Wood-Style Floor, Area Rug, White Appliances, Wood Cabinetry, Grey Countertops, Overhead Lighting, and Breakfast Bar Area Dog-Friendly Apartments in Goleta, CA - Sumida Gardens - Bedroom with Plush Carpeting, Large Bed, Nightstands with Lamps, Wall Art, and Windows. Apartments for Rent in Goleta, CA - Sumida Gardens - Pool with Spacious Sundeck, Lounge Seats, Umbrella Tables with Chairs, Pergola, and Palm Trees. Goleta, CA Apartments Near UC Santa Barbara - Sumida Gardens - Spa beside Pergola with Patio Furniture, and Palm Trees.
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    5/5 Josephine on Apr 24, 2024

    Lovely managment ,quiet , and beautiful gardens .

    4.5/5 Anonymous on Feb 25, 2022

    Expensive to live here but it’s nice place

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    608-612 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $2,395
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    620 W. Gutierrez St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    2 BEDS $2,950
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    555 Coronel Place, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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    221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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    120 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
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    520 W. Carrillo St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $2,750
    2 BEDS $3,395
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    249, 301, 311 Verano Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
    1 BED $2,495+
    2 BEDS $3,150+
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    1322 Euclid Ave., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $2,395
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    835 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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    5839 Encina Road, Unit #107,, Goleta, CA 93117
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    430 Por La Mar Circle, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    1 BED $3,100
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    414 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    STUDIO $1,800
    1 BED $3,200
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    California Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    STUDIO $176
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    714 Arrellaga, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $2,900
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    122 Sumida Gardens Lane, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    1 BED $3,145+
    2 BEDS $3,455+
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    915 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    STUDIO $2,500+
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    920 Lowena Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    STUDIO $50+
    1 BED $3,400
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    742 Cieneguitas Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    2 BEDS $2,968+
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    1330 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    STUDIO $2,400+
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    441 Old Coast Hwy #1, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    STUDIO $2,200
    1 BED $2,200
    2 BEDS $2,200
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    1028 Olive St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    1 BED $3,500
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    2320 Banner Avenue, Summerland, CA 93067
    STUDIO $2,600
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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 15 Apr 2025.

What are the best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: 608-612 Santa Barbara St., The Marc, La Brezza, Coronel Place Apartments and Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.

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. 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.

Renting apartments in Santa Barbara, CA under $3,500

Searching for apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $3,500 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Santa Barbara, CA, where the average rent is $2,864 per month, there are 49 units available for less than $3,500. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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