
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Upper State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (164 Rentals)


825 De la Vina St

609 W Junipero St

Alena on Haley

110 Bodega Ln

800 Santa Barbara

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

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124 W Pedregosa St, Unit 1

328 East Carrillo Street, Unit #D

3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom
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2727 Miradero Dr, Unit 303

4039 La Colina Rd

2727 Miradero Dr

1701 Anacapa St

2615 State St

820 W Mission St

731 Las Canoas Pl

2204 Parkway Dr

1801 De La Vina St

Kimi Gardens
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410 E Islay St

524 E Arrellaga St

2418 Calle Real

Casalino Court

613 W Sola St

622 W Arrellaga St

902-906 Bath St

1125 De la Vina St

1015 Laguna St

522-526 E Anapamu St
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2119 De La Vina St

1530 Bath St

1212-1216 Alta Vista Rd

421 Montgomery St

330 E Figueroa St

Pilgrim Terrace

2844 State St

208 W Arrellaga St

221 W Micheltorena St

Santa Barbara- 3 apt complex
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El Flamenco

3714 State St

801 E Anapamu St

1320 Laguna St

817 De la Vina St

323 W Ortega St

321 W Padre St

2767 Miradero DR

614-618 W Pedregosa St

Shannon Apartments
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Upper State, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper State?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper State Studio Apartments | $3,037 | $2,850 | $3,250 |
| Upper State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,588 | $2,525 | $5,950 |
Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,027 | $3,500 | $7,500 |
| Upper State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,841 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
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Largest Available Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Upper State 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 Marc | Plan A2 | 844 Sq Ft | $4,299 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 800 Sq Ft | $3,650 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 800 Sq Ft | $3,308 |
Cheapest Available Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Upper State 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 State is currently $5,027. 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 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,650 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | $4,299 |
| 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 State, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Upper State, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Upper State Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Upper State Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Upper State is $5,027.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Upper State Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Upper State is a 1,119 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at 800 Santa Barbara.
What is the average size for Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Upper State is currently 882 sq ft.
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