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.
House for rent
Single family residence
Available Sun Nov 1 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Wall furnace
What's special
New roofSweet front porchVintage clawfoot bathtubOrganic community gardenNew paint throughoutClassic hexagonal tile flooringBeautiful slate tile floors
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Facts & features
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,500$8/sqft |
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