
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (178 Rentals)


Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

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610 Kentia Ave

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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B, Unit B

132 W Alamar Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1815 San Andres St

2018 Monterey St

898 Veronica Springs Rd, Unit SI ID1353165P
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610 Calle De Los Amigos, Unit SI ID1244466P

338 Apple Grove Ln

1701 Anacapa St

130 W Alamar Ave

2110 De La Vina St

716 Calle Palo Colorado

316 W Victoria St

1608 Bath St

Natoma Apartments

1801 De La Vina St
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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

901 Garcia Rd

619 N La Cumbre Rd

2418 Calle Real
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902-906 Bath St

1904 San Pascual St

Diana Apartments

2531 Modoc Rd

524 E Arrellaga St

2119 De La Vina St

526 E Anapamu St

26 W Constance AVE

302 W Montecito St

330 E Figueroa St
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103 Chapala St

421 Montgomery St

1924 San Pascual St

3432 Richland Dr

Santa Barbara- 3 unit apt complex

1212-1216 Alta Vista Rd

2015 Castillo St

1821 De La Vina St

613 W Sola St

806-808 N Voluntario St
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 | $2,518 | $1,900 | $3,250 |
| Upper East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,042 | $2,930 | $7,875 |
| Upper East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,783 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 865 Sq Ft | $4,195 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 850 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 800 Sq Ft | $3,586 |
Cheapest Available Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Upper East of Santa Barbara, CA is the The Sunshine Plan Model starting from $3,586 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Upper East is currently $5,042. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | $3,586 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | $3,600 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | $4,195 |
| Alena on Haley | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,850 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | $7,500 |
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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
What is the Cheapest apartment in Upper East with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Upper East is at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments listed at $3,586.
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 $5,042.
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 1,176 sq ft.
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