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800 Santa Barbara St
800 Santa Barbara StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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415 Rancheria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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323 W Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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306-308 West Mission Street, Unit 08-04
306-308 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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911 Paseo Ferrelo
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19 E Junipero St
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721-791 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1801 De La Vina St
1801 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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302 W Montecito St
302 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1216 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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109 W Anapamu St
109 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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115 W Anapamu St
115 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Victoria Hotel
22-28 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1125 De la Vina St
1125 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1217-1219 De La Vina St
1217-1219 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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130 W Victoria St
130 W Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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221 W Anapamu St
221 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1219 De La Vina St
1219 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Lanai Apartments
1116 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1221 De la Vina St
1221 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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218 W Anapamu St
218 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1323 Anacapa St
1323 Anacapa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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118 W Victoria St
118 W Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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25 Arlington Ave
25 Arlington AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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227 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1115 Garden St
1115 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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La Calma
222 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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228 W Anapamu St
228 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1022 Garden St
1022 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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221-223 W Victoria St
221-223 W Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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817 De la Vina St
817 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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922 Bath St
922 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1223 Garden St
1223 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Santa Barbara Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,179 | $2,425 | $6,000 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,749 | $3,695 | $5,800 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,049 | $4,595 | $7,550 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,607 | $3,550 | $6,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $12,725 | $5,900 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara Downtown
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Santa Barbara Downtown area of Santa Barbara, CA?
As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 366 available Santa Barbara Downtown apartments priced from $2,425 to $7,550, with an average monthly rent of $5,181.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Barbara Downtown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara Downtown ranges from $2,425 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,179.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara Downtown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Barbara Downtown range from $3,695 to $5,800. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,749.
How expensive are Santa Barbara Downtown Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 44 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Barbara Downtown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,595 to $7,550 - averaging $6,049 for the location.
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