
Cheap Homes for Rent in the UC Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (3 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in UC Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
| UC Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,900 | $8,900 | $8,900 |
| UC Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,600 | $6,600 | $6,600 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the UC Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Santa Barbara, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Santa Barbara area is the $0.57 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,510. The second greatest value UC Santa Barbara apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $5,620 with a $3.95 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC 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 | $0.57 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.95 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Willow Springs | Anapamu | 2BR,1BA | $4.69 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 6578 Trigo Rd | Unit F | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| 6656 Picasso Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about UC Santa Barbara
What type of rentals are currently available in UC Santa Barbara?
There are currently 209 Apartments for Rent in UC Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,210 to $19,000. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in UC Santa Barbara ranging from $1,800 to $8,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in UC Santa Barbara?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in UC Santa Barbara ranges from $1,800 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,390.
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