Prices and availability in Santa Barbara, CA were last updated on 5 Apr 2026.
The best apartments in Santa Barbara, CA are: Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments, Verano Courtyards, Plaza Riviera, Coronel Place Apartments and The Marc.
In Santa Barbara 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 7% of Santa Barbara's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 70% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 23% are single-family rentals.
Finding apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA for less than $1,500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 152 available units in Santa Barbara, CA, renting for under $1,500. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.
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