2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara, CA (330 Rentals)

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$5,900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1608 Bath St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 4015 Lago Dr

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4015 Lago Dr

Santa BarbaraCA93110
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Natoma Apartments
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Natoma Apartments

218 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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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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Cliff House
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Cliff House

1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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310 Ladera St
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310 Ladera St

310 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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2130 Bath St
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2130 Bath St

2130 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3714 State St
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3714 State St

3714 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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1231 Chino St
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1231 Chino St

1231 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1323 Anacapa St
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1323 Anacapa St

1323 Anacapa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Sonrisa Apartments
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Sonrisa Apartments

410 W Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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El Flamenco
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El Flamenco

2843 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2844 State St
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2844 State St

2844 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Sea Crest Apartments
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Sea Crest Apartments

100 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 26, 2026

There are currently 204 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Barbara, CA that range in price from $1,425 to $7,500. UC Santa Barbara, La Cumbre Park and Upper State 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
UC Santa Barbara19$3,887$1,425
La Cumbre Park11$4,600$2,930
Upper State11$4,600$2,930
Lower State10$4,700$3,550
Upper East10$4,725$2,930
East Beach9$5,375$4,500
Lower East9$5,375$4,500
Milpas9$5,375$4,500
East Mesa8$4,850$3,550
Samarkand8$4,675$3,443

Largest Available Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Barbara, CA is found at The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood and is 1,373 square feet priced from $1,699. Arrive Los Carneros II in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,214 square feet and currently listed start at $4,780. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Barbara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The LoopBarb Suite1,373 Sq Ft$1,699
Arrive Los Carneros IITwo Bedroom Two Bath1,214 Sq Ft$4,780
800 Santa BarbaraTwo Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option1,119 Sq Ft$7,500
Encina MeadowsJacaranda1,044 Sq Ft$3,907
Alena on Haley2 Bed 2 Bath TH1,043 Sq Ft$6,800
Cortona PointTwo Bedroom C1,029 Sq Ft$4,750
Willow SpringsLos Carneros1,027 Sq Ft$4,092
825 De la Vina StTwo Bedroom975 Sq Ft$5,950
One Mosaic Apartments2BR/2BA950 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Barbara, CA is the Del Playa Suite Model starting from $1,409 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 $3,443 in the Upper State neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Barbara is currently $3,999. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Barbara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The LoopDel Playa Suite$1,409
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan$3,443
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A$3,450
Encina MeadowsMonarch$3,617
Pacific OaksMagnolia$3,764
Willow SpringsAnacapa$3,847
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Garden$3,908
Patterson PlaceThe Bluffs$4,087
Cortona PointTwo Bedroom A$4,350
Arrive Los Carneros2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I$4,445

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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 $1,409.

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 $3,999.

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 1,373 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at The Loop.

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 1,145 sq ft.

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