
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (48 Rentals)


Alena on Haley

1615 Anacapa St

1111 E Cota St

616 N Voluntario St

1 Castillo St

911 Paseo Ferrelo

211 Bath St

1711 La Coronilla Dr

810 E Canon Perdido St
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1921 Castillo St

314 W Micheltorena St

520 W Gutierrez St

307 W Pedregosa St

219 E Victoria St

817 De la Vina St

312-314 E Figueroa St

708 N Alisos St

618 Olive St

414 W Figueroa St
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112-114 Chapala St

1111 E Cota St

1628 San Andres St

321 E Valerio St

Casa Valerio

Monte Plaza Vista

618 Castillo St

1125 De la Vina St

601 E Micheltorena St

2024 Anacapa St
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1716 Bath St

1315 Olive St

1520 Garden St

23 W Mission St

Anacapa Villas

716 W Sola St

1417 Bath St

509 Fig Ave

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Anapamu
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Arlington Village

201 Ladera St

Citywalk

Monteria Village

Presidio Park

Ivy at Arrellaga

Palm Gardens Apartments

314 W Mission St
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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Largest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,236 Sq Ft | $6,500 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $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 3 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara is $6,500.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Barbara is a 1,236 square feet unit starting from $6,500 at Alena on Haley.
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