
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (117 Rentals)


El Jardin

Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

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214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St

521 W Montecito St, Unit 1

1106 Chino St

1701 Anacapa St

521 W Montecito St

1801 De La Vina St
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1717 Chapala St

307 W Pedregosa St

209 W Valerio St

801 E Anapamu St

330 E Figueroa St

708 N Alisos St

618 Olive St

414 W Figueroa St

902-906 Bath St

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526 E Anapamu St

1628 San Andres St

208 W Arrellaga St

823 E De La Guerra St

712 W Anapamu St

410 E Islay St

2119 De La Vina St

Casalino Court

806-808 N Voluntario St

333 E Carrillo St
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1510 Laguna St

323 W Ortega St

302 W Montecito St

716 W Sola St

1323 Olive St

1323 Anacapa St

622 W Arrellaga St

1821 De La Vina St

515 N Alisos St

802-804 N Voluntario St
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618 Castillo St

503 E Anapamu St

640 W Ortega St

326 W Victoria St

1125 De la Vina St

310 Ladera St

204-206 W Yanonali St

601 E Micheltorena St

1232 Laguna St

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Downtown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,890 | $2,595 | $3,250 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,718 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,166 | $3,395 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,681 | $4,495 | $7,550 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 117 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Barbara area of Santa Barbara, CA is found at 800 Santa Barbara and is listed at 1,119 square feet priced from $7,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 1,119 Sq Ft | $7,500 |
| Alena on Haley | 2 Bed 2 Bath TH | 1,043 Sq Ft | $6,800 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2A (mkt) | 997 Sq Ft | $4,850 |
| 825 De la Vina St | 975 Sq Ft | $5,950 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Santa Barbara of Santa Barbara, CA is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt) Model starting from $4,300 at El Jardin. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently $5,166. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt) | $4,300 |
| Alena on Haley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,850 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | $7,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Barbara is $5,166.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Barbara is a 1,119 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at 800 Santa Barbara.
What is the average size for Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently 968 sq ft.
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