2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (323 Rentals)

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124 W Pedregosa St, Unit 1
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124 W Pedregosa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$3,995

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1218 Blanchard St

Santa BarbaraCA93103
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2127 Red Rose Way

Santa BarbaraCA93109

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4015 Lago Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93110
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1801 De La Vina St
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1801 De La Vina St

1801 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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302 W Montecito St
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302 W Montecito St

302 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
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Cliff House

1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Sea Crest Apartments
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Sea Crest Apartments

100 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1232 Quinientos St
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1232 Quinientos St

1232 Quinientos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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C & D
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1117 Quinientos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2418 Calle Real
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2418 Calle Real

2418 Calle RealSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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4320 Modoc Rd
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4320 Modoc Rd

4320 Modoc RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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1115 Garden St
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1115 Garden St

1115 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1215 Cacique St
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1215 Cacique St

1215 Cacique StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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26 W Constance AVE
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26 W Constance AVE

26 W Constance AVESanta Barbara, CA 93105

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201 Bath St
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201 Bath St

201 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1745 Grand Ave
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1745 Grand Ave

1745 Grand AveSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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515 N Alisos St
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515 N Alisos St

515 N Alisos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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410 E Islay St
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410 E Islay St

410 E Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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901 Garcia Rd
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901 Garcia Rd

901 Garcia RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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428 Corona Del Mar
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428 Corona Del Mar

428 Corona Del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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2767 Miradero DR
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2767 Miradero DR

2767 Miradero DRSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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1628 San Andres St
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1628 San Andres St

1628 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 25, 2026

There are currently 359 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Barbara, CA that range in price from $1,337 to $6,800. La Cumbre Park, Upper State and Lower East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Barbara with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
La Cumbre Park22$4,850$3,335
Upper State22$4,850$3,335
Lower East21$4,850$3,850
Lower State21$4,850$3,675
Milpas21$4,850$3,850
Samarkand21$4,850$3,335
East Beach20$4,850$3,950
Eucalpytus Hill20$4,850$3,950
Upper East20$4,850$3,335
Downtown Santa Barbara19$4,875$3,850

Largest Available Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Barbara, CA is found at Arrive Los Carneros II in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood and is 1,409 square feet priced from $5,395. The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,373 square feet and currently listed start at $1,699. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Barbara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Arrive Los Carneros II2 Bedroom 2 .5 Bath With office1,409 Sq Ft$5,395
The LoopBarb Suite1,373 Sq Ft$1,699
6656 Picasso Rd2 Bedroom1,100 Sq Ft$4,500
Cortona PointTwo Bedroom D1,060 Sq Ft$4,825
Alena on Haley2 Bed 2 Bath TH1,043 Sq Ft$6,800
El JardinTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2A (mkt)997 Sq Ft$4,850
One Mosaic Apartments2BR/2BA950 Sq FtCall for Rates
Arrive Los Carneros2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I944 Sq Ft$4,435
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome925 Sq Ft$4,250

Cheapest Available Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 25, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Barbara, CA is the 2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe Model starting from $1,659 at The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom is the The Sunshine Plan Model at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments starting at $3,339 in the Upper State neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Barbara is currently $3,767. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Barbara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Loop2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe$1,659
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan$3,339
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A$3,450
110 Bodega Ln2 bed 1 bath$3,650
Willow SpringsAnacapa$3,806
Patterson PlaceThe Bluffs$4,022
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome$4,250
El JardinTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt)$4,400
Arrive Los Carneros2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I$4,435

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Santa Barbara Overview

Santa Barbara is a lovely beach town with a small town Spanish flavor. Residents of apartments in Santa Barbarahave access to miles of beautiful beaches, world-class colleges, a beautiful downtown, a slower pace of life and an abundance of opportunities to explore nature.

Why live in Santa Barbara, CA?

With its sparkling, sunny beaches, Mediterranean climate, and beautiful Spanish architecture, there’s no wonder so many people call Santa Barbara home. The pace of life is slower here, and every problem can be solved by a trip (or two) to the beach. It’s far enough away from Los Angeles to feel like you’ve left the city while close enough to nature to feel at home. Its many distinct shops, interesting houses and museums make Santa Barbara a truly unique and charming city.

Santa Barbara, CA
Population: 91,350

Ranked #362

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Barbara with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Santa Barbara is at The Loop listed at $1,659.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Barbara is $3,767.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Barbara is a 1,409 square feet unit starting from $5,395 at Arrive Los Carneros II.

What is the average size for Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Santa Barbara is currently 1,142 sq ft.

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