
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (147 Rentals)


800 Santa Barbara St

Villa Flores Apartments

323 W Islay St

1134 Garden St

526 Anacapa St

203 Ladera St

1532 Castillo St

125-129 W Yanonali St

23 W Mission St
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522 E Anapamu St

227 W Anapamu St

330 W Canon Perdido St

1323 Olive St

20 W Mason St

1407 Bath St

Monte Plaza Vista

618 Castillo St

503 E Anapamu St

Arrellaga Manor
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Sheri Apartments

326 W Victoria St

221 E Haley St

323 W Ortega St

1315 Olive St

104-106 Chapala St

Victoria Hotel

622 W Arrellaga St

222 W Mission St

1821 De La Vina St
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103 Chapala St

1416-1418 Bath St

1530 Bath St

201 Bath St

210 W Micheltorena St

322 W Canon Perdido St

204-206 W Yanonali St

213 Ladera St

1125 De la Vina St

308 W De la Guerra St
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718-724 De La Vina St

2024 Anacapa St

1232 Laguna St

Sonrisa Apartments

Pedregosa Plaza

1716 Bath St

315-317 W Sola St

Sears Apartments

332-338 E Victoria St

211 W De la Guerra St
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Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,621 | $1,389 | $6,000 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,749 | $3,695 | $5,800 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,049 | $4,595 | $7,550 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Largest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 755 Sq Ft | $5,450 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,525 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | $5,450 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara is $3,621.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Barbara is a 755 square feet unit starting from $5,450 at 825 De la Vina St.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently 1,039 sq ft.
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