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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 decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $8,975 |
| Jul 2025 | $8,995 |
| Aug 2025 | $9,000 |
| Sep 2025 | $7,800 |
| Oct 2025 | $8,000 |
| Nov 2025 | $7,850 |
| Dec 2025 | $7,500 |
| Jan 2026 | $7,500 |
| Feb 2026 | $7,500 |
| Mar 2026 | $8,400 |
| Apr 2026 | $8,400 |
| May 2026 | $7,850 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 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 | $2,825 | $4,678 | $6,500 | $12,000 | $4,600 |
| Townhomes | $1,500 | $4,800 | $5,000 | — | $4,800 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,800 | $4,250 | $5,400 | $6,000 | $3,500 |
| Houses | $3,333 | $5,995 | $7,500 | $12,500 | $7,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Santa Barbara, CA
- What is the average rent of a house in Santa Barbara, CA?The average rent of a house in Santa Barbara, CA is $7,500 per month. This is about 289% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Santa Barbara, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $7,250 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Santa Barbara, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Barbara, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $9,000 per month.
- How many houses are available to rent in Santa Barbara, CA?There are 165 available houses 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.