
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (75 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Barbara that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


609 W Junipero St

110 Bodega Ln

Sea Cliff Apartments

La Colina Gardens

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Channel View Apartments

Patterson Place

Villa Flores Apartments
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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

1231 E Mason St, Unit C, Unit C

411 E Anapamu St

15 N San Marcos Rd, Unit A, Unit A

610 Calle De Los Amigos, Unit SI ID1244466P

546 Owen Rd

1214 Shoreline Dr

1312 Shoreline Dr

1601 Alisa Ln

3756 Foothill Rd
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4015 Lago Dr

203 Ladera St

Cliff House

Santa Barbara Highlands

2767 Miradero DR

El Jardin

De La Vina Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

Arlington Village

Monterey Pines
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Ivy at Arrellaga

Hope Ranch

Cabana Island View Apartments

121 W Arrellaga St

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

Soltara

The Messina

Ivy at Anapamu

The Marc

2220 Oak Park Ln

309 W Canon Perdido St

Hope Gardens

Tori Tre

Tori Apartments

The Palms Apartments

Positano Apartments

Casa Azul

Tori Tu

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Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,658 | $1,535 | $3,847 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,020 | $1,625 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,999 | $1,425 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,624 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,491 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA
There are currently 5253 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Santa Barbara, CA area.The three Santa Barbara neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Samarkand, UC Santa Barbara, and La Cumbre Park. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Santa Barbara Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samarkand | 4/4 | 24 | $6,300 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 3.5/4 | 79 | $4,900 |
| La Cumbre Park | 3.5/4 | 27 | $5,700 |
| Upper State | 3.5/4 | 26 | $6,500 |
| Upper East | 3.5/4 | 25 | $6,500 |
| Lower State | 3.5/4 | 23 | $6,500 |
| Rutherford Park | 3.5/4 | 19 | $4,900 |
| Bel Air | 3.5/4 | 16 | $6,300 |
| Elings Park | 3.5/4 | 15 | $4,375 |
| Hitchcock | 3.5/4 | 14 | $4,900 |
Pet Friendliest Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
The Santa Barbara Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Sea Cliff Apartments in the East Mesa neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Channel View Apartments in the Alta Mesa neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Santa Barbara apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 4/4 | East Mesa | $3,600 |
| Channel View Apartments | 3.8/4 | Alta Mesa | $3,400 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 3.6/4 | Samarkand | $2,995 |
| Willow Springs | 3.4/4 | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | $3,314 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 3.2/4 | Hope | $3,850 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | 3.2/4 | Eastside | $4,500 |
| Cortona Point | 3/4 | West Santa Barbara | $3,625 |
| La Colina Gardens | 3/4 | Hope | $4,900 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Santa Barbara, CA
The lowest priced Santa Barbara apartment at a property that allows pets is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bed Model at Villa Flores Apartments in the Riviera neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second cheapest Santa Barbara Pet Friendly apartment is the The Poppy Plan Model at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,671 in the Upper State neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Barbara apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | $2,671 |
| Willow Springs | Trail | $3,314 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $3,400 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | $3,454 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | $3,625 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | $3,980 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | $4,500 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | $4,780 |
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | $4,900 |
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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
Ranked #362
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Santa Barbara?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Barbara is at Tahitian Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Barbara is $4,195.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 2,955 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at The Cove.
What is the average size for Santa Barbara Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Santa Barbara is currently at 806 sq ft.
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