Cheap Homes for Rent in the Bel Air Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,900 (7 Rentals)

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property at 2510 De la Vina St

$1,950

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$1,950

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

2510 De la Vina St

Santa BarbaraCA93105

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property at 1815 San Andres St

$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

Available Now

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1815 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 226 W De la Guerra St

$2,995

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

226 W De la Guerra St

Santa BarbaraCA93101

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property at 990 Miramonte Dr

$3,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

990 Miramonte Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93109

Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments priced from $2,888. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,949. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Tide Plan1BR,1BA$2,888
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,949
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, CA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $3.88 price per square foot 605 W Anapamu St Model at 605 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 starting at $6,000 with a $4.80 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
605 W Anapamu St605 W Anapamu St3BR,2.5BA$3.88
415 Rancheria St, Unit 4415 Rancheria St4BR,1.5BA$4.80
1524 Garden St3BR Suite3BR,2BA$4.38
Sea Cliff Apartments2x1 - Bldg 402BR,1BA$4.42
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$4.06
825 De la Vina StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.95
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.67
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Tide Plan1BR,1BA$5.01

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #31

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bel Air

What type of rentals are currently available in Bel Air?

There are currently 407 Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,250 to $6,866. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bel Air ranging from $1,950 to $35,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bel Air?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bel Air ranges from $1,950 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,846.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bel Air?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bel Air range from $4,600 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $15,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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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.