
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $2,450 (72 Rentals)


Villa Flores Apartments

203 Ladera St

103 Chapala St

1232 Laguna St

Sonrisa Apartments

1407 Bath St

718-724 De La Vina St

1530 Bath St

817 De la Vina St
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118-122 Los Aguajes Ave

823 E De La Guerra St

1717 Chapala St

526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu St

Prime 8-Unit Apartment Building in West Beach

1620 Garden St

20 W Mason St

Pedregosa Plaza

125-129 W Yanonali St
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23 W Mission St

1315 Olive St

1821 De La Vina St

522 E Anapamu St

503 E Anapamu St

Sheri Apartments

210 W Micheltorena St

1226 Alta Vista Rd

414 W Figueroa St

Casalino Court
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1500 Chapala St

316 W Valerio St

312-314 E Figueroa St

501 E Micheltorena St

209 W Valerio St

509 Fig Ave

1805 Chapala St

Arrellaga Manor

308 W De la Guerra St

1323 Olive St
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221 E Haley St

622 W Arrellaga St

Ivy at Arrellaga

Ivy at Carrillo

314 W Mission St

Malabar Apartments

Citywalk

16 W Mission St

Casa Azul

Presidio Park
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,740 | $2,200 | $3,250 |
Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,028 | $4,600 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #34
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara is starting from $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.