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Typical Rent in 93109 — Santa Barbara, CA
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 93109 (Santa Barbara, CA) is $3,073/month as of 2026, based on 5 data sources. Rents have fallen 1.6% year over year, so an increase above 1.6% exceeds the local market trend. Studio: $3,500. 2-bedroom: $4,440.
Rents in Santa Barbara have changed approximately -4.9% – +19.3% over the past year based on local market data. A rent increase above 19.3% is above the local market trend.
Estimated Rent · 1-Bedroom
$3,073/mo
Source: HUD Estimated Rent
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Based on 5 independent data sources including local market trends and nearby listings.
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 93109 (Santa Barbara, CA) is $3,900 for FY2026.
Rents in 93109 have decreased 1.6% year-over-year based on local market data.
The confidence level for this estimate is high based on 5 data sources.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Santa Barbara (93109) is approximately 1.6% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $3,073/month. Any increase significantly above 1.6% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: local market data, HUD SAFMR FY2026, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
What Should Rent Cost in 93109 (Santa Barbara)?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in 93109 (Santa Barbara) typically rents for $3,500 – $4,025.
Rents above $4,629 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 93109 (Santa Barbara) typically rents for $3,900 – $4,485.
Rents above $5,158 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 93109 (Santa Barbara) typically rents for $4,440 – $5,106.
Rents above $5,872 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 93109 (Santa Barbara) typically rents for $5,790 – $6,658.
Rents above $7,657 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 93109 (Santa Barbara) typically rents for $6,600 – $7,590.
Rents above $8,729 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 93109
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Rent Trends in Santa Barbara, CA
-1.6%
Rents in 93109 (Santa Barbara) are cooling at -1.6% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -4.9% to +19.3%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (-4.9%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-4.1%).When signed-lease rents outpace asking rents, it typically signals strong demand and limited room to negotiate.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Federal Rent Benchmarks for 93109
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks used for housing programs, published annually by HUD.Note: These values represent the HUD metro-area benchmark for the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA MSA area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent | Estimated Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,500 | $2,752 |
| 1-Bedroom | $3,900 | $3,073 |
| 2-Bedroom | $4,440 | $3,496 |
| 3-Bedroom | $5,790 | $4,560 |
| 4-Bedroom | $6,600 | $5,200 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 93109
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 93109?
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 93109 (Santa Barbara, CA) is $3,073/month as of 2026. This page also shows nearby bedroom benchmarks, including studio rent at $3,500 and 2-bedroom rent at $4,440.
What is a fair rent increase in 93109?
A rent increase up to about 1.6% is in line with the recent local market trend in 93109. An increase above that level is above trend and may justify a closer review against local pricing and comparable apartments.
Are rents going up or down in 93109?
Rents in 93109 have fallen 1.6% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 93109?
On this page, studio rent in 93109 is $3,500/month and 2-bedroom rent is $4,440/month. These figures help show whether your current or proposed rent fits the broader local bedroom mix.
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