
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (49 Rentals)


1524 Garden St

2027 State St

306-308 West Mission Street, Unit 08-04

1001-1009 Chino St

923 Weldon Rd

1428 Chino St

911 Paseo Ferrelo

211 Bath St
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Monte Plaza Vista

618 Castillo St

1125 De la Vina St

601 E Micheltorena St

2024 Anacapa St

1716 Bath St

1315 Olive St

23 W Mission St

Anacapa Villas
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716 W Sola St

1417 Bath St

708 N Alisos St

618 Olive St

414 W Figueroa St

112-114 Chapala St

1111 E Cota St

1628 San Andres St

321 E Valerio St
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Casa Valerio

1520 Garden St

810 E Canon Perdido St

1921 Castillo St

314 W Micheltorena St

520 W Gutierrez St

307 W Pedregosa St

509 Fig Ave

219 E Victoria St
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817 De la Vina St

312-314 E Figueroa St

Coronel Apartments

Ivy at Anapamu

Arlington Village

201 Ladera St

Alena on Haley

Presidio Park

Citywalk
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Monteria Village

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 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 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Jardin | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom 3B (mkt) | 1,126 Sq Ft | $6,150 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 1,050 Sq Ft | $4,600 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | $4,600 |
| El Jardin | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom 3A (mkt) | $5,950 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
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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 $6,049.
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 1,126 square feet unit starting from $6,150 at El Jardin.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently 1,250 sq ft.
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