
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $3,600 (6 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the West Downtown Santa Barbar area of Santa Barbara.


430 Anacapa St

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West Downtown Santa Barbar, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Downtown Santa Barbar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Downtown Santa Barbar 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,966 | $3,600 | $5,800 |
West Downtown Santa Barbar 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,200 | $9,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 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 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable West Downtown Santa Barbar apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Downtown Santa Barbar, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Downtown Santa Barbar area is the $4.26 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value West Downtown Santa Barbar apartment is the 2Bed2Bath-A Model at The Messina starting at $3,550 with a $4.18 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. |
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Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Downtown Santa Barbar
What type of rentals are currently available in West Downtown Santa Barbar?
There are currently 211 Apartments for Rent in West Downtown Santa Barbar, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $7,500. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Downtown Santa Barbar ranging from $3,600 to $31,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Downtown Santa Barbar?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Downtown Santa Barbar ranges from $3,600 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,222.
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