
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Downtown Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $3,600 (3 Rentals)
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430 Anacapa St

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West Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,521 | $3,600 | $9,850 |
West Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,412 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Downtown Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Downtown, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Downtown area is the $3.16 price per square foot 2 BEDROOM Model at Natoma Apartments in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value West Downtown apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $4,900 with a $4.26 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Natoma Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
20 E Islay St, Unit B | 20 E Islay St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.54 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
609 W Junipero St | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.52 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in West Downtown?
There are currently 344 Apartments for Rent in West Downtown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $10,000. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Downtown ranging from $3,600 to $31,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Downtown ranges from $3,600 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,976.
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