
412 Plaza Rubio, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
What This House Offers
Plaza Rubio presents an extremely rare opportunity to enjoy one of Santa Barbara’s most iconic Upper East locations directly across from the historic Santa... Barbara Mission, offering unobstructed postcard views of the Mission and its beautiful rose gardens.
Set within the highly sought-after Upper East neighborhood, this charming Spanish Colonial Revival residence embodies the timeless character and architectural charm that define classic Santa Barbara living. The location offers an exceptional lifestyle with wonderful walkability to downtown amenities, nearby parks, the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, El Encanto Hotel, and many of the city’s most beloved destinations.
The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a desirable ground-floor primary suite, with two additional bedrooms and a hallway bath located upstairs. Rich in warmth and character, the inviting living room showcases open beam ceilings, hardwood floors, a fireplace, and direct views of the Mission.
Beautifully maintained with evident pride of ownership throughout, the property offers comfortable low-maintenance living with central heating and air conditioning, charming patio spaces, and a lovely gated courtyard entry surrounded by walls for added privacy and ambiance.
Additional highlights include ample off-street parking with an attached two-car garage offering direct access into the home, as well as additional driveway parking secured behind an electric gate.
A truly special offering in one of Santa Barbara’s most treasured settings.
Rental Terms:
Lease start date: Available now
Term: 1-year lease
Unfurnished
Owner pays: gardener
Tenant pays: all other utilities
Renter's insurance required (minimum $300K in liability)
No co-signers
No pets
No smoking
**Should all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program, 3x gross income qualification shall apply only to the portion of the rent that Tenant is responsible for after the voucher amount has been deducted.
Equal Housing Opportunity. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or because all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program.
Tenants will be required to purchase renter's insurance naming the property owner and Richardson Real Estate Services, Inc. (Property Manager) as additional insured with a minimum liability coverage of $300,000.
The application fee is $50 and is non-refundable.
Please call to schedule or email . We require a rental application for everyone over the age of 18. All applications are accepted electronically through our website
Unit
- $11,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1419 sq. ft.
- Available Jun 1
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
412 Plaza Rubio is a single-family home for rent in Santa Barbara, CA
Fees and Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Santa Barbara Junior High School
Grades 6-8
Public
The Riviera Ridge School
Grades PK-8
Private
Santa Barbara Senior High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Garden Street Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Santa Barbara City College
Drive: 8 min (3.2 mi)
UC Santa Barbara
Drive: 17 min (10.7 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Iconic Upper East Setting with Front-Row Views of the Mission! proximity to Arlington Plaza, Victoria Court, and Carrillo Plaza. Arlington Plaza is 1.2 miles away, and Victoria Court is within a 23 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, Iconic Upper East Setting with Front-Row Views of the Mission! has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 34.8 miles. Transit options include Santa Barbara and Goleta Amtrak.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Iconic Upper East Setting with Front-Row Views of the Mission! are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, Rocky Nook Park, and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park.
Airports
Living in Lower Riviera provides easy access to Santa Barbara Municipal, located just 29 minutes from Iconic Upper East Setting with Front-Row Views of the Mission!.
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