Apartments for Rent in the Milpas Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (421 Rentals)

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property at 1218 Blanchard St
$3,700

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Base Rent$3,700
Total Monthly Price$3,700
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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1218 Blanchard St

Santa BarbaraCA93103

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property at 429 Por La Mar Cir
$4,500

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Base Rent$4,500
Total Monthly Price$4,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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429 Por La Mar Cir, Unit 429

429 Por La Mar Cir
Santa BarbaraCA93103
property at 532 E Arrellaga St
$4,450

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Base Rent$4,450
Total Monthly Price$4,450
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
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532 E Arrellaga St, Unit A

532 E Arrellaga St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
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property at 407 W Anapamu St
$3,895

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Base Rent$3,895
Total Monthly Price$3,895
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 21
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407 W Anapamu St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 1520 Bath St
$9,650

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Base Rent$9,650
Total Monthly Price$9,650
4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 11

1520 Bath St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
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property at 1701 Anacapa St
$4,400
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals
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1701 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101

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

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property at 1814 Anacapa St
$11,500

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Base Rent$11,500
Total Monthly Price$11,500
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
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1814 Anacapa St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 34 Ocean View Ave
$4,250

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Base Rent$4,250
Total Monthly Price$4,250
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent
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34 Ocean View Ave, Unit 4

34 Ocean View Ave
Santa BarbaraCA93103
property at 122 Santa Rosa Pl
$14,250

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Base Rent$14,250
Total Monthly Price$14,250
5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent
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122 Santa Rosa Pl

Santa BarbaraCA93109

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Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Santa Barbara. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with young children, location matters. This section of town has established a name for itself as a leading residential submarket for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and having the best schools available.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there dogs or cats in your life? this part of town has a reputation as one of the best communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Milpas

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

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 421 available Milpas apartments priced from $2,200 to $9,000, with an average monthly rent of $5,045.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Milpas Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Milpas ranges from $2,525 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,163.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Milpas cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Milpas range from $3,400 to $5,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,552.

How expensive are Milpas Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Milpas on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,950 to $7,550 - averaging $6,200 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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

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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

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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.