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283 Ellwood Beach Dr
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Santa BarbaraCA93103
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Santa BarbaraCA93108
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Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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 | $6,112 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,346 | $4,750 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,700 | $6,250 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,499 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $87,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $39,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Barbara, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Barbara, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $19,000 with an overall median price of $5,571. The three Santa Barbara neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oak Park at $2,750, Campanil at $2,600, and Coast Village at $4,250. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Barbara Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park | $3,675 | $2,750 | 1 |
| Campanil | $4,250 | $2,600 | 9 |
| Coast Village | $4,250 | $4,250 | 1 |
| Hidden Valley | $4,250 | $2,595 | 10 |
| Hitchcock | $4,250 | $2,595 | 10 |
| North State | $4,250 | $2,595 | 9 |
| San Roque Parks | $4,250 | $2,595 | 9 |
| Lower Riviera | $4,487 | $2,450 | 3 |
| Elings Park | $4,500 | $2,595 | 12 |
| Eastside | $4,600 | $4,250 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Breakpointe Coronado in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood priced from $1,250. The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,659. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Barbara apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1,659 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,663 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,717 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Barbara area is the $0.56 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Santa Barbara apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $4,770 with a $3.93 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.56 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.93 |
| 250 Ellwood Beach Dr | 250 Ellwood Beach Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.73 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 845 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $19,000. There are also 80 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 $24,789.
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 $6,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.
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