
3 Bedroom Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (43 Rentals)


Alena on Haley

La Colina Gardens

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

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603 W Anapamu St

1214 Del Mar Ave

438 W Quinto St

3654 Sunset Dr

1111 E Cota St
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1615 Anacapa St

1206 Blanchard St

407 Vista De La Playa Ln

1622 Villa Ave

1820 La Coronilla Dr

911 Paseo Ferrelo

1214 Shoreline Dr

1287 Coast Village Cir

211 Bath St

5071 Del Monaco Dr
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1539 Shoreline Dr

1711 La Coronilla Dr

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Anapamu

Arlington Village

201 Ladera St

The Marc

Palm Gardens Apartments

314 W Mission St

Beachwalk
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Breakpointe Coronado

Cortona Point

Arrive Los Carneros II

Arrive Los Carneros

6624 Pasado Rd, Unit A

6693 Del Playa Dr, Unit 6693A DEL PLAYA

6703 Del Playa

6535 El Nido Ln

5939 Village Terrace Dr

6561 Del Playa
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,656 | $1,535 | $3,599 |
| Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $1,625 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,947 | $1,425 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,947 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,423 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Barbara with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Santa Barbara is at Breakpointe Coronado listed at $1,250.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara is $4,947.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 1,603 square feet unit starting from $4,900 at La Colina Gardens.
What is the average size for Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Santa Barbara is currently 1,545 sq ft.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.