
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (120 Rentals)


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Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

218111 E Yanonali St

916 Garcia Rd

1701 Anacapa St

2110 De La Vina St

521 W Montecito St

1608 Bath St
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Natoma Apartments

1801 De La Vina St

708 N Alisos St

618 Olive St

414 W Figueroa St

817 De la Vina St

118-122 Los Aguajes Ave

1320 Laguna St

Chapala One

522-526 E Anapamu St
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230-234 Castillo St

802-808 N Voluntario St

1416 Laguna St

901 Garcia Rd

1615 Garden St

1212-1216 Alta Vista Rd

408 W Pedregosa St

902-906 Bath St

Santa Barbara Highlands

526 E Anapamu St
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1628 San Andres St

208 W Arrellaga St

823 E De La Guerra St

1717 Chapala St

1510 Laguna St

712 W Anapamu St

2119 De La Vina St

Casalino Court

410 E Islay St

806-808 N Voluntario St
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333 E Carrillo St

103 Chapala St

515 N Alisos St

802-804 N Voluntario St

213 W Yanonali St

221 W Micheltorena St

331 E Micheltorena St

810 E Canon Perdido St

1514 Garden St

1921 Castillo St
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 | $2,740 | $2,200 | $3,250 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
Downtown Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,028 | $4,600 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
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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 |
| 825 De la Vina St | Two Bedroom | 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 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $4,850 at Alena on Haley. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Barbara is currently $6,028. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,850 |
| 825 De la Vina St | Two Bedroom | $5,950 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | $7,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $6,028.
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.
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