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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $1400

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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA under $1400. 92 Rentals Available
  • an apartment building on a hill with palm trees
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    920 Lowena Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    STUDIO $65
  • the front porch of a house with steps and a door
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    2027 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    STUDIO $200

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  • a row of houses with solar panels on the roof
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    6779 Trigo Road, Goleta, CA 93117
    1 BED $1,200
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Getting around in Santa Barbara, CA

88 /100
Very Walkable
47 /100
Some Transit
83 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 88, Transit Score®: 47, Bike Score®: 83

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA were last updated on 23 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments, Verano Courtyards, Plaza Riviera, Coronel Place Apartments and The Marc.

What type of rental buildings are in Santa Barbara, CA?

In Santa Barbara, 60% of the residents are renting compared to 40% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 7% of Santa Barbara's rentals, 70% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Santa Barbara, CA under $1,400

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 92 apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA from 3 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,400, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Santa Barbara, CA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,400 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $200 in Santa Barbara, CA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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