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El Jardin
425 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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825 De la Vina St
825 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$5,950Built in 20221 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
800 Santa Barbara St
800 Santa Barbara StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 20242 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
618 Olive St
618 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1821 Chino St
1821 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
618 Castillo St
618 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 2020Studio Apartments
414 Chapala St
414 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 20192 Bedroom Apartments
1115 Garden St
1115 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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3714 State St
3714 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Sycamore Creek Village
1130 Punta Gorda StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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SB Views
5317 Calle RealSanta Barbara, CA 93111
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Built in 20252 Bedroom Apartments
1317 Punta Gorda Street
1317 Punta Gorda StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Built in 2024Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Soltara
27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Vera Cruz Village
116 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Plaza Riviera
835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Built in 20181 Bedroom Apartments
Grace Village Apartments
3869 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Built in 20161 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Marc
3885 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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The Cove
568 Ocean Meadows LnGoleta, CA 93117
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$3,950 - $6,025Built in 20211 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cortona Point
100 Cortona Point DrGoleta, CA 93117
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Arrive Los Carneros II
6720 Calle KoralGoleta, CA 93117
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Arrive Los Carneros
6505 Sea Star CtGoleta, CA 93117
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Built in 20202 Bedroom Apartments
Winslowe - City Ventures
5668 Surfrider WayGoleta, CA 93117
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Built in 20181 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
1298 Coast Village Rd
1298 Coast Village RdMontecito, CA 93108
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Casas De Los Carneros
10 Longshore PlGoleta, CA 93117
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,471 | $1,542 | $3,912 |
| New Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $1,687 | $10,000+ |
| New Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,684 | $1,337 | $7,750 |
| New Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,502 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| New Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,944 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,209 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
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Santa Barbara Overview
Santa Barbara is a lovely beach town with a small town Spanish flavor. Residents of apartments in Santa Barbarahave access to miles of beautiful beaches, world-class colleges, a beautiful downtown, a slower pace of life and an abundance of opportunities to explore nature.
Why live in Santa Barbara, CA?
With its sparkling, sunny beaches, Mediterranean climate, and beautiful Spanish architecture, there’s no wonder so many people call Santa Barbara home. The pace of life is slower here, and every problem can be solved by a trip (or two) to the beach. It’s far enough away from Los Angeles to feel like you’ve left the city while close enough to nature to feel at home. Its many distinct shops, interesting houses and museums make Santa Barbara a truly unique and charming city.
Santa Barbara, CAPopulation: 91,350
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Cold Spring Elementary School
Cold Spring Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (188)
10 out of 10
San Marcos Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1926)
8 out of 10
La Colina Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (832)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about New Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Santa Barbara?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Santa Barbara is at The Cove listed at $1,210.
How much is the average rent for a New Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Santa Barbara is $5,174.
What is the largest New Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 2,955 square feet unit starting from $1,210 at The Cove.
What is the average size for Santa Barbara New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Santa Barbara is currently at 1,030 sq ft.
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