
Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA Under $1,200 (7 Rentals)


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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 Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $2,897 | $1,535 | $5,225 |
| Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,987 | $1,680 | $5,950 |
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,810 | $1,330 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $5,293 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $5,390 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 430 Studio Apartments in Santa Barbara with rent ranges from $1,535 to $5,225 with an average price of $2,897.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara ranges from $1,680 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,987.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Barbara range from $1,330 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,810.
How expensive are Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 109 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Barbara on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,350 to $14,000 - averaging $5,293 for the location.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.