Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA from $1,700 (61 Rentals)

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Beachwalk
2 Bedroom Apartments

Beachwalk

234 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Plaza Riviera
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Riviera

835 E Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Casa Azul
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Azul

535 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Presidio Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Presidio Park

420 E De La Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Malabar Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Malabar Apartments

1025 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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103 Chapala St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

103 Chapala St

103 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1232 Laguna St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1232 Laguna St

1232 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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708 N Alisos St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

708 N Alisos St

708 N Alisos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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450 Por La Mar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

450 Por La Mar Dr

450 Por La Mar DrSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2161 Lillie Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2161 Lillie Ave

2161 Lillie AveSummerland, CA 93067
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813 E Anapamu St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

813 E Anapamu St

813 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Ocean View Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

11 Ocean View AveSanta Barbara, CA 93108
Student Housing
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Chapala One
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapala One

401-415 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Corporate Housing
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526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

526 E Anapamu St

526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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20 W Mason St
1 Bedroom Apartments

20 W Mason St

20 W Mason StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1315 Olive St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1315 Olive St

1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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522-526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

522-526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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125-129 W Yanonali St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

125-129 W Yanonali St

125-129 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1313 Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1313 Olive St

1313 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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104 Los Aguajes Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

104 Los Aguajes Ave

104 Los Aguajes AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Vera Cruz Village
Studio Apartments

Vera Cruz Village

116 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Senior Living
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522 E Anapamu St
1 Bedroom Apartments

522 E Anapamu St

522 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Sycamore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Apartments

1120 N Nopal StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Villa Fontana Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Fontana Apartments

1150 Coast Village RdSanta Barbara, CA 93108
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1226 Alta Vista Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

1226 Alta Vista Rd

1226 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Arrellaga Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arrellaga Manor

518 E Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1111 E Cota St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1111 E Cota St

1111 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1015 Laguna St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1015 Laguna St

1015 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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221 E Haley St
1 Bedroom Apartments

221 E Haley St

221 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Sycamore Creek Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Creek Village

1130 Punta Gorda StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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509 Fig Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

509 Fig Ave

509 Fig AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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318 S Voluntario St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318 S Voluntario St

318 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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219 E Victoria St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

219 E Victoria St

219 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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331 E Victoria St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

331 E Victoria St

331 E Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Montecito, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montecito Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,400
800 Santa BarbaraStudioStudio,1BA$3,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montecito area is the $6.42 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Montecito apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Villa Flores Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montecito apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
800 Santa BarbaraOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.42
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00

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Getting Around Montecito, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

6 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montecito Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montecito?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montecito is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment is $2,400 at Villa Flores Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is starting from $6,000 at 800 Santa Barbara.

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