Average Rent in Santa Barbara, CA
3 apartment buildings, 18 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$3,701/mo
Cheapest
$2,417/mo
Properties
3
Units
18
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 3 properties in Santa Barbara, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Santa Barbara, CA Rent Prices
All 3 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Hope Ranch Apartments
3999 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara
Cochrane Property Management
102 W Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara
Richardson Real Estate Services
1806 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hope Ranch Apartments 3999 Via Lucero, Santa Barbara | $2,417 | $2,537 | $4.60 | 4.3 (61) | 11 |
| 2 | Cochrane Property Management 102 W Arrellaga St, Santa Barbara | $2,850 | $2,850 | -- | 3.4 (54) | 1 |
| 3 | Richardson Real Estate Services 1806 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara | $2,950 | $5,975 | $4.20 | 4.9 (109) | 6 |
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Santa Barbara, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,701 per month, based on 18 units across 3 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,417 at Hope Ranch Apartments to $2,950 at Richardson Real Estate Services.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,593/mo | $2,417/mo | 13 |
| 2 Bed | $3,933/mo | $3,700/mo | 3 |
| 3 Bed | $10,550/mo | $10,250/mo | 2 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Santa Barbara, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$148,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,701/mo.
Comfortable income
$178,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,417/mo), you need to earn at least $97,000/year.
Cost of living in Santa Barbara, CA
We only have live rent data for Santa Barbara, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,701 |
| Estimated total | $3,701/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How Santa Barbara, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Santa Barbara, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,819 | -24% | 35 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,797 | -24% | 27 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,373 | -36% | 23 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,549 | -31% | 23 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,347 | -10% | 22 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,326 | -37% | 20 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA?
The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,701 per month, based on 18 units across 3 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Santa Barbara, CA?
The lowest available rent in Santa Barbara, CA starts at $2,417 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Santa Barbara, CA average $2,593/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,417/mo across 13 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Santa Barbara, CA average $3,933/mo. Units start from $3,700/mo across 3 units currently listed.
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