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Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,362 | $4,500 | $6,400 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,370 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Barbara Downtown Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santa Barbara Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Barbara Downtown area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC priced from $2,100. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Santa Barbara Downtown apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| 825 De la Vina St | Studios | Studio,1BA | $3,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara Downtown, CA
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Barbara Downtown area is the $4.40 price per square foot 116 E Yanonali St Model at 116 E Yanonali St, Unit c2 in the in the Waterfront neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Santa Barbara Downtown apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St starting at $5,500 with a $7.02 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Barbara Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 E Yanonali St, Unit c2 | 116 E Yanonali St | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.40 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.02 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.84 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara Downtown?
There are currently 351 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara Downtown, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,250 to $7,500. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Barbara Downtown ranging from $1,750 to $31,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Barbara Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Barbara Downtown ranges from $1,750 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,343.
Expert Rental Resources
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