
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (86 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Barbara that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


El Jardin

609 W Junipero St

110 Bodega Ln

Sea Cliff Apartments

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Patterson Place

Channel View Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
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1821 Chino St, Unit D

521 W Montecito St, Unit 1

1225 Rebecca Ln, Unit B

508 Orena St

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610 Calle De Los Amigos, Unit SI ID1244466P

4905 Rhoads Ave

3935 Foothill Rd

1821 Chino St

306 Rancheria St
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1330 Carmelita Ave

1318 San Andres St

2806 Foothill Rd

733 N Voluntario St

1214 Shoreline Dr

556 Scenic Dr

1312 Shoreline Dr

1601 Alisa Ln

4015 Lago Dr

203 Ladera St
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Cliff House

Santa Barbara Highlands

2767 Miradero DR

De La Vina Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

Arlington Village

Monterey Pines

Ivy at Arrellaga

Hope Ranch

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121 W Arrellaga St

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

Soltara

The Messina

The Marc

Ivy at Anapamu

La Colina Gardens

2220 Oak Park Ln

309 W Canon Perdido St
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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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $3,032 | $1,535 | $4,838 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $1,680 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,872 | $1,299 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,943 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,423 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA
There are currently 8214 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 UC Santa Barbara, La Cumbre Park, and Upper State. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Santa Barbara | 4/4 | 54 | $4,909 |
| La Cumbre Park | 4/4 | 28 | $6,150 |
| Upper State | 4/4 | 28 | $6,150 |
| Upper East | 4/4 | 26 | $6,300 |
| Samarkand | 4/4 | 23 | $6,300 |
| Lower State | 4/4 | 22 | $6,300 |
| Rutherford Park | 4/4 | 21 | $5,000 |
| Bel Air | 4/4 | 17 | $6,300 |
| Lower East | 3.5/4 | 20 | $6,300 |
| Milpas | 3.5/4 | 18 | $6,300 |
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 | $3,900 |
| Channel View Apartments | 3.8/4 | Alta Mesa | $3,400 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3.8/4 | West Santa Barbara | $5,015 |
| Cortona Point | 3.6/4 | West Santa Barbara | $3,700 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 3.6/4 | Samarkand | $2,950 |
| Willow Springs | 3.4/4 | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | $3,470 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 3.2/4 | Hope | $3,850 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 3.2/4 | West Santa Barbara | $4,110 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | 3.2/4 | Eastside | $4,250 |
| The Cove | 3/4 | West Santa Barbara | $1,395 |
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 Palm Model at Sumida Gardens Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $3,365 in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Barbara apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,450 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | $3,365 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $3,400 |
| Willow Springs | Ojai | $3,470 |
| Pacific Oaks | Magnolia | $3,681 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | $3,700 |
| Encina Meadows | Monarch | $3,817 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | $4,110 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | $4,250 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | $5,015 |
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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.
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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 $3,918.
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 $1,395 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 803 sq ft.
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