
Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA Under $2,000 (29 Rentals)


2102 Bath St

Arlington Village

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3450 Richland Dr

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Tori Fore

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6555 Segovia Rd

6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2
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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 $2000 | $2,471 | $1,542 | $3,912 |
| Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,546 | $1,687 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,687 | $1,337 | $7,750 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $10,502 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $15,944 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,209 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 427 Studio Apartments in Santa Barbara with rent ranges from $1,542 to $3,912 with an average price of $2,471.
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 $1,687 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,546.
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 $1,337 to $7,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,687.
How expensive are Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 117 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Barbara on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,357 to $28,000 - averaging $10,502 for the location.
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