218111 E Yanonali St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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411 E Anapamu St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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328 W Pedregosa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
2110 De La Vina St
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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1701 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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 | $4,300 | $2,000 | $5,900 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,271 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 5 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 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 April 23, 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 One Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St starting at $5,500 with a $7.02 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 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.02 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,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
Santa Barbara Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (512)
2 out of 10
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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 350 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,200 to $7,500. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Santa Barbara ranging from $2,000 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 $2,000 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,959.
Expert Rental Resources
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.