
Studio Apartments for Rent in the West Downtown Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (198 Rentals)


1714 San Andres St

510 Chapala St

Paseo Chapala

Sonrisa Apartments

2034 Bath St

1913 San Pascual St

201 Bath St

Sea Crest Apartments

221 W Victoria St
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Monaco Manor

1923 De La Vina St

816 Vine Ave

1217-1219 De La Vina St

530 E Anapamu St

718-724 De La Vina St

1913 Castillo St

1627 Bath St

1709 Chapala St

535-561 Montecito St
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125 W Mason St

821 Vine Ave

Jaguar Apartments

1917 Castillo St

1219 De La Vina St

311 W Padre St

1125 De la Vina St

1024 Laguna St

Rancheria Village Apartments

1029 Laguna St
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323 E Victoria St

W Padre St

Group North

Castillo Court

1415 De La Vina St

835 Olive St

129 Natoma Ave

414 Chapala St

Casa Napoli

318 W Carrillo St

224 W Yanonali St

1315 Olive St

Olive Townhouses

Monte Plaza Vista

1815 De La Vina St

221 W Anapamu St

229 W Islay St

1721 Chapala St

122 W Arrellaga St

401 E Victoria St
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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Largest Available West Downtown Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | 429 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
Cheapest Available West Downtown Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | $3,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #36
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio West Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Downtown with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in West Downtown is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.
How much is the average rent for a Studio West Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in West Downtown is $2,731.
What is the largest available Studio West Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Downtown is a 429 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at Alena on Haley.
What is the average size for West Downtown Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in West Downtown is currently 414 sq ft.
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