
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Santa Barbara, CA (15 Rentals)


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214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St

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1821 Chino St, Unit D

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2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden

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415 Rancheria St, Unit 4
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5094 Santa Susana Ave, Unit Santa Susana Ave. Studio

2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House

3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

521 W Montecito St, Unit 1

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6714 Sabado Tarde Rd, Unit C
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1470 School House Rd

6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2

6703 Del Playa

6703 Del Playa Dr A-1

5665 Stinson Way
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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 | $2,718 | $1,535 | $4,199 |
| Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,952 | $1,680 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,926 | $1,299 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,390 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Santa Barbara?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Barbara is at 5094 Santa Susana Ave, Unit Santa Susana Ave. Studio listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Barbara is $3,224.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 1,250 square feet unit starting from $6,000 at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4.
What is the average size for Santa Barbara For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Santa Barbara is currently at 650 sq ft.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.