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Houses for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA

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  • A modern house with a flat roof and large windows is surrounded by greenery.
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    331 Sherman Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    3 BEDS $11,000
  • a house with a white fence and a car garage
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    1310 East Haley Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    4 BEDS $5,750
  • 1710 Clearview Road 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1710 Clearview Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    3 BEDS $5,995
  • 1109 Luneta Plaza Studio Apartment for Rent
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    1109 Luneta Plaza, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a blue rug.
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    810 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    2 BEDS $5,750
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  • A living room with a black couch and a brown woven coffee table.
    1 day ago

    1008 Carpinteria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    2 BEDS $5,500
  • A modern living room with white furniture and a flat screen TV.
    1 day ago

    546 Owen Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    3 BEDS $27,000
  • A living room with a grey sofa and a wooden floor.
    1 day ago

    937 Camino Viejo Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    4 BEDS $2,800

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  • 2888 Glendessary 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2888 Glendessary, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    2 BEDS $14,500
  • a view of the ocean from a balcony with trees
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    455 Nicholas Lane, Montecito, CA 93108
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  • 507 Calle Mastil 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    507 Calle Mastil, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    3 BEDS $6,700
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    335 Moreton Bay #3, Goleta, CA 93117
    2 BEDS $2,950
  • A floor plan of a house with a kitchen, living room, and two bedrooms.
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    6590 Cordoba ADU, Goleta, CA 93117
    3 BEDS $7,500
  • a view of the house from the top of the yard
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    4515 Carpenteria Ave #A, Carpinteria, CA 93013
    2 BEDS $3,600
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Santa Barbara, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Santa Barbara, CA have increased by 0.25% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,865 to $2,872.

Check out the average rent prices in Santa Barbara by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,872.

Average rent in Santa Barbara, CA

$2,872/mo Santa Barbara, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,872.

    What's the typical rent budget in Santa Barbara, CA?

    About 34% of apartment rents in Santa Barbara, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 31% of apartments. Around 15% of Santa Barbara’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 19% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Santa Barbara, CA (34%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    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

    How much is the rent for a house in Santa Barbara, CA?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $5,995 and $11,000.

    How many houses are available in Santa Barbara, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 2 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Santa Barbara, CA?

    The average Santa Barbara, CA rental house size is 2,138 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Renting a house in Santa Barbara, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Houses for rent in Santa Barbara, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Santa Barbara, CA

    You’ve given it a lot of thought and you’re ready to make the big move. If you’re on the lookout for homes for rent, you should know that the selection is better than ever. In Santa Barbara, CA there are 14 listings to choose from. The average price for rental homes in Santa Barbara, CA is $9,035, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, you can find a good deal for as little as $2,800. Of course, if you’re willing to pay a little extra for the sake of location or certain amenities, just use the menu filters to select the features that you’re looking for and one of the 14 properties renting for up to $27,000 will soon be your next home.

    Renting a house comes with many benefits

    Renting a house brings a lot of benefits and extra living and storage space is the most obvious one. Let’s not forget that a house gives you the privacy of being the only tenant, so you never have to tolerate loud upstairs neighbors again. Whether you’re looking for a smaller 1 bedroom home just for yourself or something bigger, browse the 14 Santa Barbara, CA listings and you will find a wide choice of 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes for rent to fit your and your family’s needs. Don’t forget about Fido! It’s easier to find rental houses that allow pets, plus there’s the added benefit of having a yard that your four-legged friend can enjoy. Speaking of which, now is the time to try your hand at gardening. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!