1016 E Canon Perdido St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $3,700 (4 Rentals)
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1601 San Pascual
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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1600 Garden St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
530 N Quarantina St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
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Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,771 | $3,700 | $5,800 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,306 | $5,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
As of July 29, 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 $4,995 with a $4.34 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 | $4.34 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Citywalk | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.81 |
| 825 De la Vina St | 203 | Studio ,1BA | $8.14 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Barbara
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Santa Barbara?
There are currently 344 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $7,500. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Santa Barbara ranging from $3,700 to $31,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Santa Barbara ranges from $3,700 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,525.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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