
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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West Downtown Santa Barbar, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Downtown Santa Barbar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Downtown Santa Barbar Studio Apartments | $3,373 | $1,595 | $4,200 |
West Downtown Santa Barbar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
West Downtown Santa Barbar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
West Downtown Santa Barbar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,285 | $5,200 |
West Downtown Santa Barbar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Downtown Santa Barbar area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 1830 De La Vina St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here are the most affordable West Downtown Santa Barbar apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Downtown Santa Barbar, CA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Downtown Santa Barbar 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 West Downtown Santa Barbar apartment is the 1830 De La Vine Model at 1830 De La Vina St. starting at $1,600 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Downtown Santa Barbar apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
1830 De La Vina St. | 1830 De La Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.99 |
228 E Figueroa St, Unit 228 | 228 E Figueroa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.87 |
Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Downtown Santa Barbar, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #23
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Downtown Santa Barbar Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Downtown Santa Barbar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Downtown Santa Barbar is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable West Downtown Santa Barbar Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Downtown Santa Barbar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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