
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (21 Rentals)


508 Orena St

3935 Foothill Rd

1318 San Andres St

2604 Foothill Rd

4742 Calle Camarada

616 N Voluntario St
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1 Castillo St

1622 Villa Ave

5020 Walnut Park Dr

911 Paseo Ferrelo

1214 Shoreline Dr

412 Plaza Rubio

1287 Coast Village Cir
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567 Litchfield Ln

655 Coyote Rd

211 Bath St

1643 La Vista Del Oceano

1539 Shoreline Dr

5665 Stinson Way

6703 Del Playa
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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 | $5,783 | $2,021 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,647 | $4,750 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,787 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $26,980 | $6,200 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $87,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 849 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $19,000. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Barbara ranging from $1,990 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 $1,990 to $89,000 with an average monthly rent of $21,322.
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 $1,250 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,750 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.
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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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
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
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.