Student Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (51 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
Rentals in Santa Barbara near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.
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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 Student Studio Apartments | $2,645 | $1,525 | $3,450 |
| Santa Barbara Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,285 | $5,600 |
| Santa Barbara Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,189 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,138 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,782 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Santa Barbara?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Santa Barbara is at Tropicana Student Housing listed at $936.
How much is the average rent for a Student Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Santa Barbara is $2,723.
What is the largest Student Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 1,407 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Breakpointe Coronado.
What is the average size for Santa Barbara Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Santa Barbara is currently at 601 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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