
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Santa Barbara, CA (17 Rentals)


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

2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House, Unit Guest House

5029 Douglas Ln, Unit Garage Studio, Unit Garage Studio

800 Toro Canyon Rd
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665 Alto Dr, Unit PrivacyandViews, Unit PrivacyandViews

1231 E Mason St, Unit C, Unit C

1470 School House Rd

6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2

6693 Del Playa Dr, Unit 6693A DEL PLAYA, Unit 6693A DEL PLAYA
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6703 Del Playa

6703 Del Playa Dr A-1

29 Dearborn Pl

37 Dearborn Pl, Unit 92, Unit 92

181 N Kellogg Ave, Unit D, Unit D
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7388 Freeman Pl

345 Kellogg 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 | $3,005 | $1,535 | $5,786 |
| Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,987 | $1,625 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,184 | $1,425 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,049 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,491 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Santa Barbara, CAPopulation: 91,350
Ranked #362
in US Census Population by City
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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 2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House listed at $2,600.
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 $4,291.
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 $6,300 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 816 sq ft.
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