
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (87 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Barbara that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


609 W Junipero St

Sea Cliff Apartments

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

Patterson Place

Channel View Apartments

Villa Flores Apartments

2423 Borton Dr
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909 Laguna St, Unit B

532 E Arrellaga St, Unit A

429 Por La Mar Cir, Unit 429

678 Ferrara Way, Unit A

1520 Bath St

615 San Pascual St, Unit A

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869 Via Abajo

4905 Rhoads Ave
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731 Las Canoas Pl

943 N Patterson Ave

1347 Sage Hill Rd

504 Consuelo Dr

1214 Shoreline Dr

1312 Shoreline Dr

1601 Alisa Ln

122 Santa Rosa Pl

203 Ladera St

Cliff House
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Santa Barbara Highlands

2767 Miradero DR

De La Vina Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

Arlington Village

Monterey Pines

Ivy at Arrellaga

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Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo
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Hope Ranch

Soltara

Plaza Riviera

110 Bodega Ln

The Messina

1317 Punta Gorda Street

The Marc

Ivy at Anapamu

La Colina Gardens

The Palms Apartments
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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 | $2,471 | $1,542 | $3,912 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $1,687 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,687 | $1,337 | $7,750 |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,502 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,944 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,209 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA
There are currently 5043 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, Lower State, and Samarkand. 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 | 92 | $2,300 |
| Lower State | 3.5/4 | 34 | $4,500 |
| Samarkand | 3.5/4 | 28 | $4,500 |
| La Cumbre Park | 3/4 | 30 | $4,500 |
| Upper East | 3/4 | 30 | $4,500 |
| Upper State | 3/4 | 30 | $4,500 |
| Lower East | 3/4 | 29 | $4,600 |
| East Mesa | 3/4 | 27 | $4,550 |
| Milpas | 3/4 | 27 | $4,775 |
| East Beach | 3/4 | 23 | $5,075 |
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 | 3.6/4 | West Santa Barbara | $5,285 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 3.6/4 | Samarkand | $3,675 |
| Willow Springs | 3.4/4 | Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | $3,519 |
| Cortona Point | 3.4/4 | West Santa Barbara | $3,950 |
| 6587 Cervantes Rd | 3.2/4 | Isla Vista | $3,150 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 3.2/4 | Laguna | $2,525 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 3/4 | West Santa Barbara | $4,395 |
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 $2,525. The second cheapest Santa Barbara Pet Friendly apartment is the Hummingbird Model at Encina Meadows, which is a 1 Bed starting at $3,019 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 | $2,525 |
| Encina Meadows | Hummingbird | $3,019 |
| 6587 Cervantes Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | $3,150 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | $3,362 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $3,400 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 727 sqft | $3,900 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | $3,950 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | $4,395 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom 2E | $4,450 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | $6,415 |
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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 $3,981.
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 $1,210 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 796 sq ft.
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