Santa Barbara, CA mid-term rental market data
We track 175–600 active furnished monthly (30+ night) rental listings in Santa Barbara, CA. The rent range is $3,300–$5,000. Sign in to view the real market rent and listing count. Data updated July 2026.
Pricing by bedroom
AMR and listing counts per unit type in Santa Barbara, CA.
Who lives in Santa Barbara, CA
U.S. Census demographics behind monthly demand.
- Population
- 138,321
- Median income
- $124,003
- Median age
- 42
- Renter-occupied
- 51%
- Median home value
- $1,401,739
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Comparables, demand drivers, rent trends, seasonality, regulations, and deal underwriting for Santa Barbara, CA.
Real 30+ night comparables
Every active 30+ night marketplace listing in Santa Barbara, CA, with photos and asking rents.
Demand drivers & deal underwriting
Hospitals, universities, and employers driving MTR demand in Santa Barbara, CA, plus cap rate, cash-on-cash, and DSCR on any property.
Rent trends
Month-over-month AMR for Santa Barbara, CA, so you can see where pricing is heading.
Seasonality
Which months book strongest in Santa Barbara, CA. Plan pricing and turnovers around real demand.
Local regulations
Whether 30+ night rentals are allowed in Santa Barbara, CA, short-term-rental rules, and HOA / zoning caveats to check before you buy.
Market opportunities
AI-surfaced opportunities and risks for Santa Barbara, CA: underserved unit types, demand spikes, and where supply is thin.
Mid-term rentals in Santa Barbara, CA: FAQ
- What is the rent range for a furnished monthly rental in Santa Barbara, CA?
- The rent range for a furnished 30+ night rental in Santa Barbara, CA is $3,300–$5,000. Sign in to view the real market rent. The listing range is 175–600 active 30+ night listings as of July 2026.
- How many furnished monthly rentals are there in Santa Barbara, CA?
- The listing range for active 30+ night rentals in Santa Barbara, CA is 175–600 as of July 2026. Sign in to view the real listing count.
- Are mid-term rentals legal in Santa Barbara, CA?
- Rules are set locally. Most U.S. cities regulate short-term rentals (stays under 30 nights) and treat furnished stays of 30+ nights as ordinary tenancies, but some cities draw the line at a different length or limit furnished rentals in certain zones. Check Santa Barbara, CA's current ordinance, plus HOA, lease, and zoning rules, before you buy or list.
Sources and methodology
The rent range and listing range come from active furnished monthly (30+ night) marketplace listings tracked by MTR Analytics as of July 2026. Sign in to view the real market rent and listing count. The real rent is the average asking monthly rent over up to the 12 most recent complete months. Demographics are U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates. How these numbers are built.
Cite this page: MTR Analytics, “Santa Barbara, CA mid-term rental market data,” July 2026, https://mtranalytics.com/mid-term-rental-data/california/santa-barbara.
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