
Homes for Rent in Santa Barbara County, CA (187 Rentals)


9500 US-101

6703 Del Playa Dr A-1

7369 Elmhurst Pl

7056 Madera Dr

6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2

6703 Del Playa

270 Rosario Park

1218 Blanchard St

342 Palisades Dr
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2127 Red Rose Way

2027 State St

1520 Bath St

1466 Las Positas Pl

651 Verde Mar, Unit C

762 Westmont Rd

156 Alcor Ave

404 E Orange St

443 E Park Ave

1112 Fox Field Ln
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1706 Santillan Ave

4880 Sandyland Rd, Unit 27

530 2nd Pl, Unit B

306-308 West Mission Street, Unit 08-04

400 N M St, Unit D

1308 Bethel Ln, Unit Main

121 W Arrellaga St, Unit 005

404 N M St, Unit Apt B

0 De Armond Pl, Unit A

0 De Armond Pl, Unit C
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0 Agnes Ave

0 W Cypress St, Unit A

2063 Village Ln

230 Entrance Rd

831 Palermo Dr

1293 Ken Ave

4864 Sawyer Ave

869 Via Abajo

265 Quail Cir

303 E Park Ave
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1330 La Manida St

4905 Rhoads Ave

0 N B St

220 E Grant St, Unit 51

0 Sunrise Dr, Unit 8i

303 E Park Ave

2035 Lassen Dr

0 E Newlove Dr

2245 Jonata St

1221 N Refugio Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Barbara County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,961 | $2,200 | $7,300 |
| Santa Barbara County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,072 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,079 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,907 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $65,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara County
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara County?
There are currently 1217 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $24,500. There are also 133 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Barbara County ranging from $850 to $85,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Barbara County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Barbara County ranges from $850 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,161.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Barbara County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara County range from $1,357 to $24,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,445.
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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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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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.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.