1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (144 Rentals)

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Natoma Apartments
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Natoma Apartments

218 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
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203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1532 Castillo St
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1532 Castillo St

1532 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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213 Ladera St
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213 Ladera St

213 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1125 De la Vina St
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1125 De la Vina St

1125 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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20 W Mason St
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20 W Mason St

20 W Mason StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1407 Bath St
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1407 Bath St

1407 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Monte Plaza Vista
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Monte Plaza Vista

1406 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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618 Castillo St
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618 Castillo St

618 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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503 E Anapamu St
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503 E Anapamu St

503 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Arrellaga Manor
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Arrellaga Manor

518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Sheri Apartments
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Sheri Apartments

427 W Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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326 W Victoria St
1 Bedroom Apartments

326 W Victoria St

326 W Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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221 E Haley St
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221 E Haley St

221 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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323 W Ortega St
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323 W Ortega St

323 W Ortega StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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23 W Mission St
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23 W Mission St

23 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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522 E Anapamu St
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522 E Anapamu St

522 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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227 W Anapamu St
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227 W Anapamu St

227 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1323 Olive St
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1323 Olive St

1323 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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622 W Arrellaga St
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622 W Arrellaga St

622 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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222 W Mission St
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222 W Mission St

222 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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1821 De La Vina St
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1821 De La Vina St

1821 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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104-106 Chapala St
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104-106 Chapala St

104-106 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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331 E Victoria St
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331 E Victoria St

331 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1416-1418 Bath St
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1416-1418 Bath St

1416-1418 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1530 Bath St
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1530 Bath St

1530 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Bath St
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201 Bath St

201 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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1514 Garden St
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1514 Garden St

1514 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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316 W Valerio St
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316 W Valerio St

316 W Valerio StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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213 W Yanonali St
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213 W Yanonali St

213 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1315 Olive St
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1315 Olive St

1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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718-724 De La Vina St
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718-724 De La Vina St

718-724 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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103 Chapala St
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103 Chapala St

103 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1715 De la Vina St
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1715 De la Vina St

1715 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Barbara area of Santa Barbara, CA is found at 800 Santa Barbara and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $5,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
800 Santa BarbaraUnit 106800 Sq Ft$5,500
1105 N Milpas StOne Bedroom w/Fireplace800 Sq Ft$3,250
825 De la Vina St745 Sq Ft$4,450
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom600 Sq Ft$2,120
The Arroyo House Student Living.Fiesta400 Sq Ft$1,285

Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Santa Barbara of Santa Barbara, CA is the Montecito Model starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living.. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently $2,397. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Montecito$1,285
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom$2,120
152- 1825 Chapala LLC1bed/1bath$2,250
1105 N Milpas StOne Bedroom w/Fireplace$3,250
800 Santa BarbaraUnit 106$5,500
825 De la Vina St301$5,600

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #39

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $2,397.

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 800 square feet unit starting from $5,500 at 800 Santa Barbara.

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 517 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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