
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (181 Rentals)


825 De la Vina St

609 W Junipero St

Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

Total Monthly Price
328 East Carrillo Street, Unit #D

3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

2727 Miradero Dr, Unit 303

610 Calle De Los Amigos
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990 Miramonte Dr

107 Skyline Cir

2727 Miradero Dr

1701 Anacapa St

2615 State St

635 E Victoria St

521 W Montecito St

820 W Mission St

1514 Clearview Rd

731 Las Canoas Pl
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2204 Parkway Dr

302 W Montecito St

1801 De La Vina St

640 W Ortega St

323 W Ortega St

410 E Islay St

85 N La Cumbre Rd

503 E Anapamu St

1015 Laguna St

515 N Alisos St
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901 Garcia Rd

619 N La Cumbre Rd

2418 Calle Real

902-906 Bath St

1904 San Pascual St

Diana Apartments

330 E Figueroa St

103 Chapala St

421 Montgomery St

1924 San Pascual St
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26 W Constance AVE

3432 Richland Dr

Santa Barbara- 3 apt complex

1212-1216 Alta Vista Rd

2015 Castillo St

1821 De La Vina St

613 W Sola St

806-808 N Voluntario St

2767 Miradero DR

408 W Pedregosa St
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Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East Studio Apartments | $3,037 | $2,850 | $3,250 |
| Upper East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $2,525 | $5,950 |
Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,250 | $3,500 | $7,500 |
| Upper East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,841 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
| Upper East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Largest Available Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Upper East 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 | |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 850 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 800 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
Cheapest Available Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Upper East of Santa Barbara, CA is the 2Bed2Bath-A Model starting from $3,450 at The Messina. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Upper East is currently $5,250. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | $3,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | $3,500 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt) | $4,400 |
| Alena on Haley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,850 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | $7,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper East, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #36
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
La Cumbre Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Upper East Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Upper East Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Upper East is $5,250.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Upper East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Upper East is a 1,119 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at 800 Santa Barbara.
What is the average size for Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Upper East is currently 888 sq ft.
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