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The Arroyo House Student Living.
543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
Surfers in Santa Barbara by Damian Gadal is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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 | $3,966 | $3,800 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,156 | $1,285 | $5,600 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,697 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $1,285 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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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 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Barbara area is the $5.04 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,300. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Barbara apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $5,500 with a $4.78 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.78 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Citywalk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $5.56 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 825 De la Vina St | 203 | Studio ,1BA | $8.14 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2107)
5 out of 10
Santa Barbara Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (560)
4 out of 10
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
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 $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Downtown Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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