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Average Rent Trends in Santa Barbara, CA
Rent in Santa Barbara, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a apartment increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,914 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,689 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,469 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,542 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,666 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,598 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,381 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,113 |
| May 2026 | $3,125 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,223 |
| Jul 2026 | $3,463 |
| Aug 2026 | $3,535 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,800 | $4,400 | $6,500 | $11,500 | $4,500 |
| Townhomes | $1,550 | $5,000 | $4,900 | $6,800 | $4,950 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,745 | $4,200 | $5,000 | $6,000 | $3,650 |
| Houses | $4,300 | $5,800 | $7,900 | $12,000 | $7,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in Santa Barbara, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,467 per month. This is about 77% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Santa Barbara, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $3,021 per month.
- When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in Santa Barbara, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $3,914 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Santa Barbara, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,817 per month. That is about $787 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Santa Barbara, CA?There are 250 available apartments or condos to rent in Santa Barbara, CA.
- What colleges and universities are in Santa Barbara, CA?Colleges and universities in Santa Barbara, CA include: University of California Santa Barbara.
- What are some neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA?Some neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA include: Westside, Oak Park, Eastside, Lower Westside, Alta Mesa.
- What are some zip codes in Santa Barbara, CA?
- What are some cities near Santa Barbara, CA?Some nearby cities include: Montecito, Isla Vista, Goleta, Summerland, Carpinteria. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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