
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Upper State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (165 Rentals)


Alena on Haley

110 Bodega Ln

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

898 Veronica Springs Rd, Unit SI ID1353165P

610 Calle De Los Amigos, Unit SI ID1244466P

1815 San Andres St
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415 W De La Guerra St

2018 Monterey St

338 Apple Grove Ln

1701 Anacapa St

130 W Alamar Ave

2110 De La Vina St

716 Calle Palo Colorado

337 E Calle Laureles

1608 Bath St

1801 De La Vina St
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Kimi Gardens

410 E Islay St

524 E Arrellaga St

2418 Calle Real

Poolside Apartments

622 W Arrellaga St

902-906 Bath St

1125 De la Vina St

1015 Laguna St

619 N La Cumbre Rd
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522-526 E Anapamu St

Casalino Court

613 W Sola St

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
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208 W Arrellaga St

221 W Micheltorena St

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26 W Constance AVE

3714 State St

1805 Chapala St

509 Fig Ave

1514 Garden St

321 W Padre St

2767 Miradero DR
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 | $3,175 | $1,900 | $5,784 |
| Upper State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,739 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,905 | $2,930 | $8,188 |
| Upper State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,783 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
| 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 | $3,524 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 800 Sq Ft | $3,850 |
Cheapest Available Upper State 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Upper State of Santa Barbara, CA is the The Sunshine Plan Model starting from $3,524 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Upper State is currently $4,905. 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 | $3,524 |
| 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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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Upper State, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
La Cumbre Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Upper State Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Upper State with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Upper State is at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments listed at $3,524.
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 $4,905.
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 1,104 sq ft.
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