
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Alta Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (26 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Alta Mesa area of Santa Barbara with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


La Colina Gardens

Sea Cliff Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

800 Santa Barbara

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
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Villa Flores Apartments

1720 1/2 Calle Poniente

415 Rancheria St, Unit 3

609 De La Vina St

1119 San Pascual St

623 Sunrise Vista Way

1260 Mountain View Rd

449 Vista De La Playa

1129 Harbor Hills Dr
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2411 Calle Montilla

407 Vista De La Playa Ln

1031 Miramonte Dr

346 Oliver Rd

521 W Montecito St

1711 La Coronilla Dr
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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 |
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Alta Mesa Studio Apartments | $4,050 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
Alta Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,285 | $4,200 |
Alta Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,463 | $1,285 | $5,001 |
Alta Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
Alta Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #10
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Alta Mesa Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alta Mesa
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Alta Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Alta Mesa ranges from $1,285 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,135.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Alta Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Alta Mesa range from $1,285 to $5,001. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,463.
How expensive are Alta Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 7 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Alta Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,285 to $10,000 - averaging $4,434 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.