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1298 Coast Village Rd
1298 Coast Village RdMontecito, CA 93108
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA from $1,700 (69 Rentals)
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800 Santa Barbara
800 Santa Barbara StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Villa Flores Apartments
601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1232 Laguna St
1232 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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118-122 Los Aguajes Ave
118-122 Los Aguajes AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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401 1/2 Old Coast Hwy
401 1/2 Old Coast HwySanta Barbara, CA 93103
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708 N Alisos St
708 N Alisos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1514 Eucalyptus Hill Rd
1514 Eucalyptus Hill RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2305 Golden Gate Ave
2305 Golden Gate AveSummerland, CA 93067
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103 Chapala St
103 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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823 E De La Guerra St
823 E De La Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1062 Coast Village Rd
1062 Coast Village RdSanta Barbara, CA 93108
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125-129 W Yanonali St
125-129 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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818 Garden St
818 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1315 Olive St
1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Studio Apartments
1214 Coast Village Rd
1214 Coast Village RdSanta Barbara, CA 93108
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
522-526 E Anapamu St
522-526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Chapala One
401-415 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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El Andaluz
531 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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123 Natoma Ave
123 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Studio Apartments
1223 Garden St
1223 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Prime 8-Apartment Building in West Beach
114 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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526 E Anapamu St
526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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20 W Mason St
20 W Mason StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
11 Ocean View AveSanta Barbara, CA 93108
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450 Por La Mar Dr
450 Por La Mar DrSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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503 E Anapamu St
503 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1226 Alta Vista Rd
1226 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1 Bedroom Apartments
522 E Anapamu St
522 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Studio Apartments
Oak Terrace
525 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2 Bedroom Apartments
801 E Anapamu St
801 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1015 Laguna St
1015 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1024 Laguna St
1024 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Arrellaga Manor
518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1111 E Cota St
1111 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1022 Garden St
1022 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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319 Lloyd Ave
319 Lloyd AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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221 E Haley St
221 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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312-314 E Figueroa St
312-314 E Figueroa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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428 Corona Del Mar
428 Corona Del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1323 Olive St
1323 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Sycamore Creek Village
1130 Punta Gorda StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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501 E Micheltorena St
501 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2380 Lillie Ave
2380 Lillie AveSummerland, CA 93067
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509 Fig Ave
509 Fig AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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515 E Arrellaga St
515 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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414 Chapala St
414 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Plaza Riviera
835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Beachwalk
234 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Montecito, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Montecito Studio Apartments | $3,037 | $2,850 | $3,250 |
| Cheap Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $2,100 | $5,950 |
| Cheap Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,197 | $4,300 | $7,500 |
| Cheap Montecito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,888 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
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Cheapest Available Montecito Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Montecito, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments in the Riviera neighborhood priced from $2,450. Alena on Haley in the Waterfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montecito apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $4,250 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montecito area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Montecito apartment is the Luxury Townhome Model at 1317 Punta Gorda Street starting at $4,250 with a $4.59 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montecito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.59 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| 640 Tabor Ln, Unit Studio | 640 Tabor Ln | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is starting from $4,250 at 1317 Punta Gorda Street.
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