
Housing Options
The International Office assists students with their housing search by providing a list of popular options. Some students prefer to live with families (home stay) while others choose to live independently in student residences, apartments or houses.
Disclaimer: SBCC is not responsible for placing students Please be aware that SBCC does not assume or accept any responsibility for inspecting, supervising, or resolving any issues that may arise in the landlord-tenant relationship. The inclusion of any apartment or agency on this list does not represent an endorsement of services or facilities, nor does it guarantee vacancies exist.Check out descriptions and maps of Santa Barbara area neighborhoods here.
Housing in Santa Barbara has a low vacancy rate, so housing can be expensive. New international students may arrive early to look for housing (up to 30 days before the program start date on your I-20).
1. It's never too early to begin your housing search. Many students begin looking in April or May for fall semester, and November or December for spring semester.
2. A lease is a legal contract to rent property. Carefully read your lease before you sign and make sure you understand the terms of your lease. Here are some useful resources.
3. Beware of scams. Craigslist has some useful tips on this.
4. Most housing options require a deposit, plus the first and last months’ rent. Most leases are 12 month leases. A lease is a contract. If you sign a 12 month lease, be prepared to pay your rent for the duration of your lease.
5. If you have questions about your housing rights, or if you have a problem with your landlord that is not easily resolved, check out the City of Santa Barbara Rental Housing Mediation Task Force.
Housing Options
The Coral Group provides homestay options to international students studying at SBCC and UCSB. They accept students who are 17+ years of age, and organize social events and volunteer opportunities for the students.
Website: coralgroupsb.com or find them on Facebook.
Email: Kevin Hansen at kevin@coralgroupsb.com or Charlotte at Charlottecoralgroup@gmail.comThere are several student residence buildings and apartments close to SBCC, and others near bus lines in Goleta and Isla Vista. All SBCC students are provided with a bus pass, which allows them to use the public bus system free of charge for the duration of the semester. Be sure to ask if the apartments or rooms are furnished or unfurnished. Many student-centered apartments are furnished.
Find apartments, rooms for rent, students seeking roommates, maps and neighborhood descriptions, bus lines, tips, and more!
Tropicana Del Norte Residence Hall
Private student dorms with meal plan options in Isla Vista, near UCSB.
tropicanadelnorte.com
Email: leasing@tropicanastudentliving.comLa Brezza Apartments
Apartments located near SBCC.
labrezzaapts.com
Contact: Kevin Hansen
Email: kevin.hansen@rcmi.comThe Coral Group
Apartments, cottages, and condos, plus lots of extra services, support, and social events.
coralgroupsb.com
Contact: Kevin Hansen
Email: kevin@coralgroupsb.comThe Sweeps and CBC Apartments
Townhomes and apartments on the outskirts of Isla Vista near the beach and bus stops.
liveatcbcandthesweeps.com
Email: cbcandthesweeps@essex.comBuena Vista Apartments
Apartments located near SBCC.
buenavistasantabarbara.com
Email: info@buenavistasb.comMeridian Group
Property management company offering rooms, apartments, and houses for rent in Santa Barbara, Isla Vista, and Goleta.
meridiangrouprem.comCapri Apartments
Student housing in apartments in Isla Vista near UCSB.
capriiv.comICON and ICON Gardens
Student residence buildings located in Isla Vista less than 2 blocks from the beach.
iconapts.comIvy Apartment Homes
Multiple locations in the Santa Barbara area.
ivysantabarbara.comSanta Barbara Rooms
Furnished student housing near city center.
sb-rooms.comBartlein and Company, Inc.
Furnished student housing near city center.
bartlein.com/rentals.htmlThe Wayfarer: Private and hostel rooms
wayfarersb.comAirbnb: Book homes from local hosts
airbnb.com