
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA (88 Rentals)


60 Crestview Ln

1298 Coast Village Rd

Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

Villa Flores Apartments

3375 Foothill Rd, Unit 914

1132 Olive St

411 E Anapamu St

306 Rancheria St
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1330 Carmelita Ave

128 Por La Mar Cir

2700 Vista Oceano Ln

3375 Foothill Rd, Unit 914

The Polo Condos

3250 Via Real

1215 Cacique St

333 E Carrillo St

225 E Cota St

509 Fig Ave
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125 Greenwell Ave

2380 Lillie Ave

Haley Street Apartments

524 E Arrellaga St

503 E Anapamu St

925 E Yanonali St

2460 Lillie Ave

1111 Quinientos St

707-723 Colina Ln

901 Garcia Rd
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1232 Quinientos St

1323 Olive St

1745 Grand Ave

215 S Milpas St

156 Olive St

1416 Laguna St

Sycamore Creek Village

501 E Micheltorena St

1510 Eucalyptus Hill Rd

104-106 Chapala St
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1232 Laguna St

118-122 Los Aguajes Ave

331 E Micheltorena St

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Arrellaga Manor

526 E Anapamu St

20 W Mason St

332-338 E Victoria St

401 1/2 Old Coast Hwy

331 E Victoria St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecito Studio Apartments | $3,037 | $2,850 | $3,250 |
Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $2,100 | $5,950 |
| Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,156 | $4,300 | $7,500 |
| Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,888 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
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Largest Available Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montecito, CA is found at 800 Santa Barbara in the Upper State neighborhood and is 754 square feet priced from $5,000. Alena on Haley in the Waterfront neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 605 square feet and currently listed start at $3,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Montecito:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 754 Sq Ft | $5,000 |
| Alena on Haley | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 605 Sq Ft | $3,800 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
Cheapest Available Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Montecito, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments in the Riviera neighborhood. The second most affordable Montecito 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Alena on Haley starting at $3,800 in the Waterfront neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Montecito is currently $3,491. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Montecito:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,450 |
| Alena on Haley | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $3,800 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | $5,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is $3,491.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montecito is a 754 square feet unit starting from $5,000 at 800 Santa Barbara.
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