1714 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Downtown Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (31 Rentals)
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$2,450 - $2,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa Flores Apartments
601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
1021 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
510 Chapala St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1016 E Canon Perdido St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
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Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$3,275
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$3,275
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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B, Unit B
602 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1815 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
415 W De La Guerra St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Park East Apartments
322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1 Bedroom Apartments
2102 Bath St
2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Lis
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Alta Vista Garden Apartments
1201 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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203 Ladera St
203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2 Bedroom Apartments
121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
328 W Pedregosa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Natoma Apartments
218 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Plaza Riviera
835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
2110 De La Vina St
Santa BarbaraCA93105
1701 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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West Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,731 | $2,200 | $3,250 |
| West Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,316 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| West Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,553 | $3,275 | $7,500 |
| West Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,783 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available West Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Downtown area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Alena on Haley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable West Downtown apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4,195 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Downtown, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Downtown area is the $8.89 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $12,000. The second greatest value West Downtown apartment is the 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St starting at $4,850 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 825 De la Vina St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $8.89 |
| 603 W Anapamu St | 603 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.76 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
| 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B | 602 W Carrillo St | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Downtown is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Downtown is starting from $4,195 at Plaza Riviera.
What is the most affordable West Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alena on Haley and starts from $6,500.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.