Santa Barbara, California is a fantastic coastal city that has something for everyone. Santa Barbara houses UCSB (University of California Santa Barbara) which brings in heaps of people every year. Students find great apartment rentals in close proximity to the college and near the beach as well. Santa Barbara is also loaded with hilltop properties that have a view of the ocean. These houses are a bit pricey! Also take a look at Channel Islands house rentals in California. Santa Barbara has a great main street area, packed with cafes, coffee houses, and fascinating things to do. Browse our listings.