Apartments for Rent in the West Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (317 Rentals)

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property at 2423 Borton Dr
$9,400

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Base Rent$9,400
Total Monthly Price$9,400
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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2423 Borton Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93109
property at 407 W Anapamu St
$3,895

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Base Rent$3,895
Total Monthly Price$3,895
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 21
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407 W Anapamu St

Santa BarbaraCA93101

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property at 1520 Bath St
$9,650

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Base Rent$9,650
Total Monthly Price$9,650
4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 11

1520 Bath St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
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property at 678 Ferrara Way
$4,700

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Base Rent$4,700
Total Monthly Price$4,700
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 15

678 Ferrara Way, Unit A

678 Ferrara Way
Santa BarbaraCA93105
property at 1815 San Andres St
$3,950
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
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1815 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 1701 Anacapa St
$4,400
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals
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1701 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101

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property at 2418 Calle Real
$2,375 - $2,900
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
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2418 Calle Real

Santa BarbaraCA93105

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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property at 1358 Crestline Dr
$22,000

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Base Rent$22,000
Total Monthly Price$22,000
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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1358 Crestline Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93105
property at 122 Santa Rosa Pl
$14,250

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Base Rent$14,250
Total Monthly Price$14,250
5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent
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122 Santa Rosa Pl

Santa BarbaraCA93109
property at 1539 Shoreline Dr
$19,500

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Base Rent$19,500
Total Monthly Price$19,500
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
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1539 Shoreline Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93109
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1801 De La Vina St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1801 De La Vina St

1801 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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302 W Montecito St
2 Bedroom Apartments

302 W Montecito St

302 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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Paseo Chapala
Studio Apartments

Paseo Chapala

721-791 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2016 Red Rose Way
Studio Apartments

2016 Red Rose Way

2016 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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2012 Red Rose Way
Studio Apartments

2012 Red Rose Way

2012 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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543 Arroyo Ave
Studio Apartments

543 Arroyo Ave

543 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1231 Chino St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1231 Chino St

1231 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff House

1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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716 W Sola St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

716 W Sola St

716 W Sola StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1715 Chino St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1715 Chino St

1715 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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West Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Santa Barbara, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with young ones? Amongst all of the submarkets in Santa Barbara, this residential area has come to be amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 3.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and access to the best schools for the kids to attend.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise pets. This area of town has risen to be one of our preferred submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 3.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about West Mesa

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the West Mesa area of Santa Barbara, CA?

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 317 available West Mesa apartments priced from $2,200 to $9,000, with an average monthly rent of $4,295.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Mesa Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Mesa ranges from $2,950 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,196.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Mesa cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Mesa range from $3,395 to $5,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,862.

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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.