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Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara CA

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Santa Barbara, CA Apartments for Rent

Between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara combines coastal living with Mediterranean-style architecture. The city's Spanish Colonial Revival buildings and year-round mild climate have earned it the nickname "The American Riviera." The rental market remains competitive, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,224 per month (up 3.6% year-over-year), while two-bedrooms average $3,235 (up 2.6%). The Mesa and Upper State Street areas feature apartment communities and rental homes near beaches and downtown.

Santa Barbara's outdoor lifestyle centers around its beaches, State Street shopping district, and the historic Mission Santa Barbara. The University of California Santa Barbara campus contributes to the area's educational atmosphere. Local events include farmers' markets throughout the week and the annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Residents have access to numerous hiking trails and bike paths, including Rattlesnake Canyon trail. The city holds an interesting place in cinema history - Flying A Studios operated here from 1910 to 1922, producing approximately 1,200 silent films before the industry shifted to Hollywood.

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Santa Barbara, CA Rental Insights

The average rent in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,288 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in Santa Barbara, CA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.

The most popular ZIP codes for renters in Santa Barbara, CA are 93101, 93105, 93103, 93108, and 93111.

You can find flexible rentals in Santa Barbara, CA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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