Apartments for Rent in the Lower West Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (41 Rentals)

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203 Ladera St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Furnished
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640 W Ortega St
2 Bedroom Apartments

640 W Ortega St

640 W Ortega StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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520 W Gutierrez St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

520 W Gutierrez St

520 W Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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618 Castillo St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

618 Castillo St

618 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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323 W Ortega St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

323 W Ortega St

323 W Ortega StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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322 Ladera St
Studio Apartments

322 Ladera St

322 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Castillo Court
Studio Apartments

Castillo Court

401-403 Transfer AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Senior Living
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310 Ladera St
2 Bedroom Apartments

310 Ladera St

310 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Creek View
Studio Apartments

Creek View

719 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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524 Bath St
Studio Apartments

524 Bath St

524 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Castillo Court
Studio Apartments

Castillo Court

402-404 Transfer AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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720 Bath St
Studio Apartments

720 Bath St

720 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Casalino Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casalino Court

617-623 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Bradley Studios
Studio Apartments

Bradley Studios

512 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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213 Ladera St
1 Bedroom Apartments

213 Ladera St

213 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Casa Castillo
Studio Apartments

Casa Castillo

914 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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633 De La Vina St
Studio Apartments

633 De La Vina St

633 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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622 W Carrillo St
Studio Apartments

622 W Carrillo St

622 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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El Andaluz
Studio Apartments

El Andaluz

531 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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711 W Cota St
1 Bedroom Apartments

711 W Cota St

711 W Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coronel Apartments

555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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La Brezza
2 Bedroom Apartments

La Brezza

620 W Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Student Housing
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Monteria Village
3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Monteria Village

522 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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309 W Canon Perdido St
1 Bedroom Apartments

309 W Canon Perdido St

309 W Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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303 Loma Alta Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

303 Loma Alta Dr

303 Loma Alta DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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627 De La Vina St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

627 De La Vina St

627 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

201 Ladera St

201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Corporate Housing
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Castillo Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Castillo Apartments

215 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lower West

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Lower West area of Santa Barbara, CA?

As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 41 available Lower West apartments priced from $2,200 to $9,000, with an average monthly rent of $5,600.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.