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Popular Rental Properties in Santa Barbara, California

Ventura Colony: Live Life on your Own Terms.

Ventura Colony: Live Life on your Own Terms.

Ventura, California, 93003

1 Bedroom

1490  Brandon Ave

1490 Brandon Ave

Santa Ynez, California, 93460

3+ Bedrooms

$5000 Four bedroom in Santa Barbara

$5000 Four bedroom in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, California, 93103

3+ Bedrooms

4951  Catamaran St.

4951 Catamaran St.

Oxnard, California, 93035

2 Bedrooms

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Santa Barbara Homes for Rent

There are great houses for rent in Santa Barbara that you can easily find using MyNewPlace's home rental search. House rentals can be the perfect way to have a lot of extra space for you and your family. You can find homes for rent in the best neighborhoods of Santa Barbara. Search townhomes, single family houses or condos and find the rental home that will best suit your rental housing needs.

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Santa Barbara Market Trends

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0008.3%8.4% -0.1%
    $10,000 to $14,9995.4%5.6% -0.2%
    $15,000 to $19,9995.0%5.6% -0.6%
    $20,000 to $24,9995.9%5.8% +0.1%
    $25,000 to $29,9995.6%5.7% -0.1%
    $30,000 to $34,9995.7%5.7% +0.0%
    $35,000 to $39,9995.8%5.4% +0.4%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.4%5.2% +0.2%
    $45,000 to $49,9995.0%4.6% +0.4%
    $50,000 to $59,9998.8%8.6% +0.2%
    $60,000 to $74,9999.7%10.6% -0.9%
    $75,000 to $99,99911.7%11.5% +0.2%
    $100,000 to $124,9996.0%6.8% -0.8%
    $125,000 to $149,9994.1%3.6% +0.5%
    $150,000 to $199,9993.4%3.3% +0.1%
    $200,000 or more4.1%3.6% +0.5%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%3.6%4.8% -1.2%
    10.0% to 14.9%7.4%9.8% -2.4%
    15.0% to 19.9%12.0%13.6% -1.6%
    20.0% to 24.9%12.9%13.1% -0.2%
    25.0% to 29.9%10.8%11.0% -0.2%
    30.0% to 34.9%10.0%8.2% +1.8%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.7%5.9% -0.2%
    40.0% to 49.9%9.0%8.0% +1.0%
    50.0% or more25.1%20.2% +4.9%
    Not computed3.7%5.4% -1.7%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years11.4%9.6% +1.8%
    25 to 34 years27.2%29.3% -2.1%
    35 to 44 years23.0%25.8% -2.8%
    45 to 54 years16.4%16.5% -0.1%
    55 to 64 years7.2%8.0% -0.8%
    65 to 74 years5.4%5.3% +0.1%
    75 to 84 years6.0%4.0% +2.0%
    85 years and over3.4%1.6% +1.8%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes60.4%30.9% +29.5%
    30 to 44 minutes14.1%24.5% -10.4%
    45 to 59 minutes5.9%13.8% -7.9%
    60 or more minutes19.6%30.8% -11.2%

Source: 2000 Census

Houses for Rent in Cities Near Santa Barbara, CA

MyNewPlace can help you find the Santa Barbara, CA home rental that will work best for you. Using our rental home search, you can view townhomes or condos for rent if you want to live downtown, or check out the rental listings for single family house rentals in the surrounding areas. Try one of these cities below for more rental houses near Santa Barbara, CA.

Average Price to Lease a Home Property in Santa Barbara, California

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
1 Bed $1,575 N/A N/A 0%
2 Bed $2,950 N/A N/A 0%
3 Bed $4,837 N/A N/A 0%
4 Bed $8,749 $8,612 $8,612 1.6%

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Featured Rental Properties Near Santa Barbara, CA

  • The Sweeps Goleta, CA 93117

    Welcome to The Sweeps Apartment Homes. Our Apartments have spacious town home style floor plans and have been remodeled with new appliances that include a dishwasher and built in microwave. Our bedrooms feature walk in closets that are perfect for storing all your favorite things and extra windows where natural sunlight will light up your room and your day. The private patios are a perfect place for BBQ's and having friends over for burgers. Our apartments come with free Basic Cable and even free Internet Service. The Sweeps also has parking available for their residents which can be a rare perk in the Isla Vista area. We are in walking distance to the USB, so you can hit the snooze button a few times and still make it to class on time. The bus lines are near by and will take you directly to Santa Barbara City College. If you like breath taking natural beauty then the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Coast will be just what you need. The beach is just eight blocks away so there is no need to drive to enjoy surfing or perfecting your tan in the beautiful Santa Barbara sun. Let The Sweeps be your home away from home.

  • Pinehurst Apartments Ventura, CA 93003

    If you love that laid-back beach town atmosphere, but also want the buzz of a lively city, then welcome home to Pinehurst Apartments! Anyone can find something they love in Ventura. Shops and restaurants are clustered downtown, blocks from the water. No matter what your budget is, you'll be able to shop and eat - there's everything from thrift stores to high-end boutiques. Be sure to check out the Harbor Village, a waterfront promenade with a variety of restaurants, shops, and sailing and diving companies. Rent a paddle boat or kayak and enjoy a day on the water at the marina. Ventura is home to Channel Islands National Park - 5 islands just off the coast with controlled visitation, so there's no crowds! We're also close to Ventura Community College - if you're taking classes, you can basically roll out of bed and head to class (or the beach - we've got some of the best breaks in SoCal!). Of course, you'll have to come home eventually to rest and recharge. When you do, you'll be welcomed by our friendly, on-site staff. Your apartment home will have tons of options to decorate and customize just to your liking. Pinehurst is near Hwy 101, giving you access to the entire California coast!

  • Monterey Villas Oxnard, CA 93035

    Welcome to Monterey Villas--we're more than just a bunch of apartments, we're a community where you'll feel at home right away. Oxnard really has something for everybody. Monterey Villas is right next three city parks--Southwest Community, Seaview, and Sea Air--where you can relax on the grass or get some friends together for a pick-up game. Even better, you'll only be minutes away from Mandalay Bay, Channel Islands Harbor, and Oxnard Beach--great views, waves, and plenty of sunshine nearly all year. Then, go in the other direction to find the newly redeveloped downtown area. Oxnard is home to the Elite Theatre Company, showing several plays throughout the year, as well as the Carnegie Art Museum. Plus, we have a variety of shops and restaurants to satisfy everybody. Be sure to check out the weekly Farmer's Market and live music and concerts that are put on throughout the year. All of our two-bedroom apartment homes, cottages, and townhomes have been recently renovated. You'll get to enjoy upgraded appliances in your kitchen and new carpets. Spend the afternoon getting some sun in your private yard or balcony or out at our pool.

  • Cypress Point Ventura, CA 93003

    CYPRESS POINT is a very special apartment community which was planned, designed and developed with your comfort and convenience in mind. The beautifully waterscaped entrance to CYPRESS POINT sets the stage for the uniquely designed two-story recreational complex which mirrors the lifestyle available only in such a complete community. A step indoors reveals unequalled social and recreational activities. The large, comfortable lounge, warmed by a cozy fireplace, is serviced by a fully equipped kitchen. The upper level boasts a handsomely furnished game room and a great sun deck suited for those who wish a quiet place for sunning and viewing as well as for those who wish to socialize.

  • Archstone Ventura Colony Ventura, CA 93003

    Archstone Ventura Colony invites you to live life on your own terms. Situated perfectly between Thousand Oaks and Oxnard, you'll have the best of Ventura right at your doorstep. Great apartments, great service, and the amentities you deserve with scenic mountain views, world-class shopping and great restaurants right in the vicinity. All at a location that's exactly right, exactly where you want to be.

  • $2000 Two bedroom in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93109

    Very sweet house 2 blocks from the beach. A one car garage. Nice garden back yard. Fireplace, washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove. Patio area. Listing ID 1415155

  • NEAR DOWNTOWN Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    LARGE TWO BEDROOM ONE BATH PARKING SPACE,LAUNDRY FAC, LARGE GARDEN,5 MIN TO FREE WAY, HARDWOOD FLOORS HIGH CEILINGS, AVAILABLE DEC 7 $1750.00 + 2000.00 DEP CALL 805 698 2978 OR 805 965 2793

  • Great location, close to everything Santa Barbara, CA 93109

    This is a 4br 2b house with kitchen, living room, patio, large back yard, 2 car garage, dishwasher, washer and dryer, and plenty of off street parking. We are looking for someone in their 20's to fill one of the bedroom.

  • $5000 Four bedroom in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    Riviera home features an open spacious floor plan with ocean, city and garden views from every room and wrap around patio. 4 bedroom 3 bath. All luxury appointments including Viking appliances, tiled steam shower, 2 fireplaces, large screen media room, gym, spa, fire pit. Separate lofted artist studio with half bath and out door shower may be used as office or guest house. Walk or bike to restaurants, Bowl concerts, community tennis courts, beach and town. Available partially furnished or unfurnished. Email for viewing. Listing ID 1252375

  • $1850 One bedroom in Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    Light, airy guest cottage on 2acres in the Santa Barbara Foothills. Approximately 3 miles from UC Santa Barbara and approx 4 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. It is near to the bike paths that lead to UCSB. It is fully furnished, with a full kitchen and bath, very large bedroom with a kingsized bed , fenced yard, patio, cathedral ceilings in living room, offstreet parking. It is very private, bright, and airy. Listing ID 691701