What is the average rent in Montecito Happy Valley?

The median asking rent in Montecito Happy Valley is $2,195/mo across 3 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,373/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.

What income do I need to rent in Montecito Happy Valley?

At the 30% rule, the $2,195/mo median asking rent in Montecito Happy Valley takes about $87,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.

How many people rent in Montecito Happy Valley?

66% of Montecito Happy Valley's 2,195 residents rent rather than own.

How many rentals are available in Montecito Happy Valley right now?

3 rentals are available in Montecito Happy Valley right now, across the 3 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.

Is Montecito Happy Valley cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?

By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Montecito Happy Valley's $2,373/mo median is 11% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

Apartments for rent in Montecito Happy Valley, priced and graded.

Median asking rent in Montecito Happy Valley is $2,195/mo across 3 available listings. Current residents pay a median of $2,373/mo (Census estimate) — 11% below the SF Bay Area average and 70% above the national one. 66% of the 2,195 people here rent. Fairway tracks 3 Montecito Happy Valley properties across 9 sources, refreshed hourly.

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How much is rent in Montecito Happy Valley?

No. of beds	Median	% of rentals	Units available	Find places
Studio	$1,850/mo	33%	1	Find places →
1 Bedroom	$2,195/mo	33%	1	Find places →
2 Bedroom	$2,995/mo	33%	1	Find places →

Medians: live listings in Fairway's rental index for Montecito Happy Valley, computed at page load. Availability refreshed continuously.

Rent affordability

Household income

$/yr

Comfortable is the 30% rule; landlords here typically require 2.5–3× the monthly rent in gross income. Montecito Happy Valley's $2,195/mo median asking rent sits in your a stretch range.

Who rents in Montecito Happy Valley

Census Rent Data

Rent Distribution

How much residents in Montecito Happy Valley pay in rent (Census data).

Under $500

$1,500–$1,999

$2,000+

92%

Is Montecito Happy Valley a good place to live?

Yes: Montecito Happy Valley grades A- overall — strongest on nightlife, weakest on housing.

Neighborhood Grades

Public SchoolsB

Cost of LivingD+

Safety—

NightlifeA+

Outdoor ActivitiesA

WalkabilityA

Compare Nearby Neighborhoods

NeighborhoodAsking rentListings availableOverall

Montecito Happy Valley$2,1953A-

Francisco Boulevard West—0B-

Country Club$4,7503A-

Domincan Black Canyon—1A-

Lincoln/San Rafael Hill$2,9509A-

Picnic Valley$2,9506A

Canal$3,7479C+

Gerstle Park$2,69510A

Fairhills—1A-

Demographics & Diversity

Population, age distribution, and diversity breakdown for Montecito Happy Valley.

Population2,195

Median Income$80K

White

67%

Hispanic

19%

Asian

Two or More

Other

Black

Commute & Transportation

How residents of Montecito Happy Valley get to work.

Drive Alone59%

Walk/Bike6%

Work from Home23%

Housing Stock

Types of Housing

Housing type and age distribution in Montecito Happy Valley.

Home Types

Small Apt Building

44%

Single Family

37%

Large Apt Building

14%

Townhouse

Mobile Home

Home Age

2000–Present

16%

1980–1999

1960–1979

30%

1940–1959

30%

Before 1939

17%

Renting in Montecito Happy Valley, explained

What is the average rent in Montecito Happy Valley?: The median asking rent in Montecito Happy Valley is $2,195/mo across 3 available listings in Fairway's index. Current residents pay a median of $2,373/mo (Census estimate), which includes long-held leases.
Is Montecito Happy Valley a good place to live?: Yes: Montecito Happy Valley grades A- overall — strongest on nightlife, weakest on housing.
What income do I need to rent in Montecito Happy Valley?: At the 30% rule, the $2,195/mo median asking rent in Montecito Happy Valley takes about $87,800 a year in gross income. Landlords typically ask for 2.5–3× the monthly rent.
How many people rent in Montecito Happy Valley?: 66% of Montecito Happy Valley's 2,195 residents rent rather than own.
How many rentals are available in Montecito Happy Valley right now?: 3 rentals are available in Montecito Happy Valley right now, across the 3 rental properties Fairway tracks there, refreshed continuously across our listing sources.
Is Montecito Happy Valley cheaper than the rest of SF Bay Area?: By what current residents pay (Census estimates), Montecito Happy Valley's $2,373/mo median is 11% below the SF Bay Area average; the comparison table above shows asking rents for 8 alternatives.

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