521 W Montecito St, Unit 1
521 W Montecito St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (37 Rentals)
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$2,450 - $2,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa Flores Apartments
601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
1418 Bath St
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510 Chapala St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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$2,9001 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1
817 Castillo St, Unit B
817 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
226 W De la Guerra St
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19 E Mission St
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118 W Pedregosa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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$3,200 - $6,800Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St
214 W De la Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$4,300 - $7,5502 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 15
El Jardin
425 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
322-322 W Sola St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1009 E Haley St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
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$5,000
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605 W Anapamu St
605 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$5,000 - $7,5001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
800 Santa Barbara
800 Santa Barbara StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Park East Apartments
322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Lis
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Alta Vista Garden Apartments
1201 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
203 Ladera St
203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2 Bedroom Apartments
121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Plaza Riviera
835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1105 N Milpas St
1105 N Milpas StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
1330 Carmelita Ave
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1106 Chino St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1701 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Ivy at Anapamu
530 W AnapamuSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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521 W Montecito 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 Studio Apartments | $2,890 | $2,595 | $3,250 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,166 | $3,395 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,681 | $4,495 | $7,550 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Barbara area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Alena on Haley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Barbara area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Barbara apartment is the 214 W De la Guerra St Model at 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St starting at $3,395 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St | 214 W De la Guerra St | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1924)
6 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (512)
2 out of 10
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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 $4,850 at Alena on Haley.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.