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543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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609 De La Vina St
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Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Downtown Studio Apartments | $3,481 | $2,025 | $4,200 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,554 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,294 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Barbara Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Barbara Downtown area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Santa Barbara Downtown apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara Downtown, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Barbara Downtown area is the $4.26 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Santa Barbara Downtown apartment is the The Classic Two Model at Plaza Riviera starting at $4,195 with a $4.85 price per square foot in the Riviera neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Barbara Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
| 20 E Islay St, Unit B | 20 E Islay St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| 228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Barbara Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Barbara Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Barbara Downtown Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Barbara Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara Downtown is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Santa Barbara Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Barbara Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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