
Apartments for Rent in the Alta Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (58 Rentals)


Sea Cliff Apartments

Channel View Apartments

Total Monthly Price
415 Rancheria St, Unit 4, Unit 4

204 Oceano Ave

407 Vista De La Playa Ln

521 W Montecito St

1711 La Coronilla Dr

203 Ladera St

Santa Barbara Highlands
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2012 Red Rose Way

2016 Red Rose Way

543 Arroyo Ave

1231 Chino St

712 W Anapamu St

1135 San Andres St

622 W Carrillo St

Cliff House

640 W Ortega St

1000 Del Sol Ave
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Castillo Court

Castillo Court

123 Oceano Ave

322 Ladera St

Sea Crest Apartments

520 W Gutierrez St

310 Ladera St

213 Ladera St

308 W De la Guerra St

323 W Ortega St
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618 Castillo St

Rancheria Village Apartments

Creek View

423 W Gutierrez St

720 Bath St

Casalino Court

524 Bath St

633 De La Vina St

Bradley Studios

1906 Red Rose Way

Ocean View Apartments

Cabana Island View Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

Buena Vista Apartment

Ivy at Carrillo

711 W Cota St

The Village at Santa Barbara

303 Loma Alta Dr

208 Oceano Ave

Beach City, Santa Barbara
Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,912 | $3,500 | $5,200 |
| Alta Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,500 | $5,500 |
| Alta Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #15
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.