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    1520 1/2 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    1beds
    420sqft

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    Single family residence
    Available Sun Nov 1 2026
    Cats, dogs OK
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Wall furnace
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    New roofSweet front porchVintage clawfoot bathtubOrganic community gardenNew paint throughoutClassic hexagonal tile flooringBeautiful slate tile floors
    Ideally situated just three blocks from State Street, this adorable and rarely available 1925 Craftsman cottage is a little gem, rich in old-world charm and just steps from the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. The detached bungalow features a private, fully fenced yard and an abundance of original architectural character. Vintage charm and timeless details abound. A sweet front porch welcomes you into a cozy living room with classic wainscoting. The eat-in kitchen retains its pristine original glass-front cabinetry, transom windows, and beautiful slate tile floors. A particularly special feature is the intact, functional California Cooler a vintage, passively ventilated cool pantry ideal for storing wine or keeping fresh produce. The charming bathroom completes the picture with a vintage clawfoot bathtub and classic hexagonal tile flooring. This standalone cottage offers approximately 420 square feet of living space, with no shared walls and a dedicated, fully enclosed private yard. Please note that no additional storage is available outside the cottage. The cottage is one of three buildings on a spacious, peaceful property featuring an organic community garden, on-site laundry facilities, and bicycle parking. Pet-friendly: One dog or up to two cats welcome. This is an exceptional opportunity for a quiet, responsible, non-smoking and non-vaping tenant with excellent credit and strong references who will appreciate the cottage's historic character and peaceful setting. Rent includes water, trash, sewer, gardening service, and one uncovered off-street parking space (ample on-street parking is also available). $3,500/month. Deposit is equal to one month's rent. One-year lease. Available November 1st. Please email to arrange a private viewing. APPLICATION TERMS: All applicants must complete a rental application and are subject to credit and background screening - Clear source of monthly income - References - No smoking - Credit score of 700+ - Gross income 2.5x the rent preferred RENTAL TERMS: 12-month lease $3,500 per month Security Deposit: $3,500 Tenant pays gas and electric; Landlord pays water, trash, sewer, gardener Tenants will be required to purchase renter's insurance naming the Owner as additional insured. Cat OK; dog considered One uncovered off-street parking space No smoking/vaping permitted on the property - Premium location three blocks from State Street, Public Market, Arlington Theatre, parks, &c. - Peabody Elementary School attendance area - Convenient to transit and 101 - Wood plank flooring - Tile in kitchen and bathrooms - New paint throughout - New roof RENTAL TERMS: 12-month lease $3,500 per month Security Deposit: $3,500 Tenant pays gas and electric; Landlord pays water, trash, sewer, gardener Tenants will be required to purchase renter's insurance naming the Owner as additional insured. Cat OK; dog considered. $25 pet rent per month. No smoking/vaping permitted on the property.
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    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace
    Appliances
    • Included: Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 420 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: 1925 Craftsman Bungalow, Abundant Natural Light, Garden, Premium Location Three Blocks From State Street, Public Market, Arlington Theatre, Parks, &c., Vintage Clawfoot Bathtub
    Lot
    • Features: Garden

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage, Water

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Santa Barbara

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/13/2026Listed for rent$3,500$8/sqft
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    Neighborhood: Oak Park

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