
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (65 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Barbara that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Sea Cliff Apartments

La Colina Gardens

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Patterson Place

Channel View Apartments

Villa Flores Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

822 Orange Ave, Unit A
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3733 Fortunato Way, Unit A

116 E Yanonali St, Unit e2

126 Santa Ynez St

232 Bath St

203 Ladera St

Cliff House

Santa Barbara Highlands

2767 Miradero DR

De La Vina Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr
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Monterey Pines

Ivy at Arrellaga

Cabana Island View Apartments

Hope Ranch

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

Soltara

Plaza Riviera

The Messina
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Ivy at Anapamu

Tori Tu

Casa Azul

Positano Apartments

Tori Tre

Hope Gardens

309 W Canon Perdido St

2220 Oak Park Ln

Tori Apartments

The Palms Apartments

Cortona Point

Breakpointe Coronado

Arrive Los Carneros II

Arrive Los Carneros

One Mosaic Apartments

Pacific Oaks

Encina Meadows

240 Ellwood Beach Dr
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 | $2,895 | $1,535 | $3,500 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,285 | $5,600 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,784 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,513 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,930 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA
There are currently 6257 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, Lower State, and Lower East. 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 | 34 | $3,845 |
| Lower State | 3.5/4 | 33 | $3,795 |
| Lower East | 3.5/4 | 31 | $3,972 |
| Bel Air | 3.5/4 | 28 | $3,795 |
| Elings Park | 3.5/4 | 26 | $3,795 |
| Hitchcock | 3.5/4 | 25 | $3,795 |
| Upper East | 3.5/4 | 22 | $4,200 |
| La Cumbre Park | 3.5/4 | 21 | $4,350 |
| Rutherford Park | 3.5/4 | 21 | $4,350 |
| Upper State | 3.5/4 | 21 | $4,200 |
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 | $3,300 |
| Willow Springs | 3.2/4 | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | $3,344 |
| Cortona Point | 3.2/4 | West Santa Barbara | $3,600 |
| La Colina Gardens | 3.2/4 | Hope | $3,950 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3/4 | West Santa Barbara | $4,395 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 3/4 | Laguna | $2,120 |
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 $2,120. The second cheapest Santa Barbara Pet Friendly apartment is the Pismo Model at Willow Springs, which is a 1 Bed starting at $3,443 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 | $2,120 |
| Willow Springs | Pismo | $3,443 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - 727 SF | $3,600 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | $3,675 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Garden | $3,871 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | $3,970 |
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | $4,000 |
| Cortona Point | Two Bedroom A | $4,275 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | $4,545 |
| One Mosaic Apartments | 2BR/2BA | $5,300 |
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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 Breakpointe Coronado 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 $4,026.
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 1,700 square feet unit starting from $6,200 at 116 E Yanonali St, Unit e2.
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 777 sq ft.
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