
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (84 Rentals)
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Paseo Chapala

718-724 De La Vina St

817 De la Vina St

103 Chapala St

1530 Bath St

Sonrisa Apartments

Rancheria Village Apartments

118-122 Los Aguajes Ave

1407 Bath St
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224 W Yanonali St

123 Natoma Ave

Burrton Circle

Prime 8-Unit Apartment Building in West Beach

818 Garden St

310 Ladera St

1135 San Andres St

20 W Mason St

222 W Yanonali St

1415 De La Vina St
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125-129 W Yanonali St

302 W Montecito St

228 W Anapamu St

1315 Bath St

720 Bath St

Chapala One

El Andaluz

1231 Chino St

205 Los Aguajes Ave

130 W Victoria St
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210 W Micheltorena St

1305 Bath St

324 W Victoria St

633 De La Vina St

Casalino Court

Creek View

414 W Figueroa St

640 W Ortega St

116-118 Bath St

509 Fig Ave
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1022 Garden St

209 W Valerio St

316 W Valerio St

1015 Laguna St

303 W Valerio St

1024 Laguna St

414 Chapala St

221 E Haley St

308 W De la Guerra St

221 W Victoria St
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West Downtown Santa Barbar, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Downtown Santa Barbar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Downtown Santa Barbar Studio Apartments | $2,905 | $2,695 | $3,250 |
| West Downtown Santa Barbar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,150 | $3,800 | $5,950 |
| West Downtown Santa Barbar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,266 | $4,850 | $7,500 |
| West Downtown Santa Barbar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 84 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Downtown Santa Barbar area of Santa Barbara, CA is a Studio unit found at Alena on Haley priced from $3,200. 800 Santa Barbara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $5,000. Here are the most affordable West Downtown Santa Barbar apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Downtown Santa Barbar, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Downtown Santa Barbar area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value West Downtown Santa Barbar 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 West Downtown Santa Barbar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.02 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Downtown Santa Barbar, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #33
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment is $3,800 at Alena on Haley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Downtown Santa Barbar is starting from $4,850 at Alena on Haley.
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