
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara County, CA (163 Rentals)
Apartments in Santa Barbara County with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Centennial Gardens Apartments

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

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Breakpointe Coronado

Azure Apartments

Cortona Point

Hollister Village

Arrive Los Carneros II

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Arrive Los Carneros
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Tropicana Student Housing

Heritage II Senior Apartments

Parke West Apartments

Elements Apartments

La Plaza Villas

Bradley Garden Apartments

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Montiavo

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St Claire

Hancock Terrace

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La Vista
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Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1

Pacific Oaks

800 Santa Barbara

Siena Apartments

Encina Meadows

Willow Springs

Sumida Gardens Apartments

Patterson Place

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

The Edge
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Natoma Apartments

240 Mathilda Dr

251 Ellwood Beach Dr

Paseo Chapala

220 S H St

The Polo Condos

4453 Jalama Drive

2910 W Highway 154

Vineyard Village

665-695 Central Ave

Evergreen Apartments

6697 Del Playa Dr

897 Camino Del Sur

6629 Sabado Tarde Rd

6599 Madrid Rd

6659 Abrego Rd

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Heritage Ridge

7630 Hollister Ave

467 Linfield Pl
Santa Barbara County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara County Studio Apartments | $1,974 | $950 | $3,255 |
| Santa Barbara County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $1,483 | $6,000 |
| Santa Barbara County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $1,425 | $9,500 |
| Santa Barbara County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,374 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,181 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,635 | $1,964 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara County
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Barbara County?
There are currently 544 Studio Apartments in Santa Barbara County with rent ranges from $1,050 to $3,255 with an average price of $4,835.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Barbara County Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara County ranges from $1,483 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,608.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara County cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Barbara County range from $1,425 to $9,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,901.
How expensive are Santa Barbara County Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 206 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Barbara County on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,350 to $14,000 - averaging $3,374 for the location.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.