
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (36 Rentals)


1260 Mountain View Rd

4711 Calle Reina

3046 Foothill Rd

1 Castillo St

120 San Rafael Ave

5441 Tree Farm Ln

407 Vista De La Playa Ln

959 Cheltenham Rd

1214 Shoreline Dr
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521 E Calle Laureles

3349 Braemar Dr

449 Vista De La Playa

1287 Coast Village Cir

546 Owen Rd

211 Bath St

000 Calle Esperanza

1427 Tunnel Rd

1358 Crestline Dr

914 W Anapamu St
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1539 Shoreline Dr

5071 Del Monaco Dr

350 N Fairview Ave, Unit 350 N Fairview

880 Cambridge Dr, Unit A

6703 Del Playa

6655 Abrego Rd

6703 Del Playa Dr

245 Moreton Bay Ln

6673 Sueno Rd

2 Calaveras Ave
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519 Bolinas Wy

2 Eucalyptus Ln

750 El Bosque Rd

2123 Sycamore Canyon Rd

875 San Ysidro Rd

3155 Eucalyptus Hill Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Barbara?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $3,350 | $10,000+ |
Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,049 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,995 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
Santa Barbara 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $37,860 | $7,800 | $10,000+ |
Santa Barbara 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $51,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Barbara?
There are currently 842 Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,190 to $30,000. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Barbara ranging from $1,200 to $70,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Barbara?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Barbara ranges from $1,200 to $70,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,410.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Barbara?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Barbara range from $1,285 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,320.
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