
Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA (232 Rentals)


1539 Miramar Ln

579 Hot Springs Rd

622 Cowles Rd

287 Middle Rd

801 Riven Rock Rd

0 E Mountain Dr

1807 Fernald Point Ln

2733 Sycamore Canyon Rd

60 Crestview Ln
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1317 Punta Gorda Street

El Jardin

Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

Villa Flores Apartments

1218 Blanchard St

762 Westmont Rd

133-135 Juana Maria Ave

1134 Garden St

2404 Shelby St
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2430 Whitney Ave

210 S Voluntario St

829 Marilla Ave

438 Por La Mar Cir

418 E Sola St

257 Por La Mar Cir

128 Por La Mar Cir

407 Montgomery St

1312 E Gutierrez St

521 W Montecito St
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415 W Gutierrez St

616 N Voluntario St

731 Las Canoas Pl

1 Castillo St

345 N Ontare Rd

911 Paseo Ferrelo

4144 San Martin Way

1214 Shoreline Dr

412 Plaza Rubio

1476 Crestline Dr
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655 Coyote Rd

1287 Coast Village Cir

36 Augusta Ln

1312 Shoreline Dr

211 Bath St

1601 Alisa Ln

3375 Foothill Rd

1256 Cravens Ln

191 Rincon Point Rd

3599 Padaro Ln
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Montecito, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecito Studio Apartments | $3,612 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
| Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,616 | $2,525 | $6,000 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,052 | $4,200 | $6,800 |
| Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,368 | $4,900 | $7,550 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $5,263 | $3,450 | $8,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $12,233 | $5,650 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $19,075 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $40,150 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $85,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Montecito
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Montecito, CA?
As of today, August 01, 2026, there are currently 232 available Montecito apartments priced from $2,525 to $7,550, with an average monthly rent of $5,308.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Montecito range from $4,200 to $6,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,052.
How expensive are Montecito Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 27 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Montecito on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,900 to $7,550 - averaging $6,368 for the location.
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