
Homes for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (90 Rentals)


4979 San Marcos Ct

2510 De la Vina St

3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

226 W De la Guerra St

2727 Miradero Dr, Unit 303

245 Por La Mar Cir, Unit 0

508 Orena St

1615 Olive St, Unit B

Furnished Studio-Santa Barbara - Calle Real
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610 Calle De Los Amigos, Unit SI ID1244466P

323 W Islay St, Unit E

B

831 Palermo Dr

869 Via Abajo

4905 Rhoads Ave

3935 Foothill Rd

5036 Birchwood Rd

1033 W Micheltorena St

990 Miramonte Dr
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21 Camino Calma

107 Skyline Cir

438 Por La Mar Cir

2727 Miradero Dr

1701 Anacapa St

1324 Punta Gorda St

210 S Voluntario St

220 Meigs Rd

128 Por La Mar Cir

2615 State St
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257 Por La Mar Cir

1312 E Gutierrez St

4154 Via Andorra

635 E Victoria St

1767 Grand Ave

521 W Montecito St

2542 Crescent Ave

535 De La Vista Ave

659 Del Parque Dr

1514 Clearview Rd
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118 W Pedregosa St

616 N Voluntario St

1 Castillo St

731 Las Canoas Pl

345 N Ontare Rd

911 Paseo Ferrelo

1082 Via Los Padres

4144 San Martin Way

1214 Shoreline Dr

412 Plaza Rubio
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,635 | $2,000 | $9,850 |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,662 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,710 | $5,950 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,675 | $6,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $87,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Ranked #362
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 840 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $19,000. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Barbara ranging from $1,800 to $89,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Barbara?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Barbara ranges from $1,800 to $89,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,467.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Barbara?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara range from $1,350 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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