2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Solvang, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Solvang, California as of September 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $3,850 and +63% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Solvang
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Solvang
Compare Solvang's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $1,159 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | California City | $1,230 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 6 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 7 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 8 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 9 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 10 | Newman | $1,380 |
| 11 | Shafter | $1,380 |
| 12 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 13 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 14 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
| 15 | Marysville | $1,450 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scotts Valley | $4,720 |
| 2 | Aptos | $4,720 |
| 3 | Foster City | $4,560 |
| 4 | Montecito | $4,540 |
| 5 | Cupertino | $4,500 |
| 6 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 7 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 8 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 9 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 12 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 14 | Topanga | $3,940 |
| 15 | Rancho Palos Verdes | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Solvang.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Solvang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goleta, CA | 10.7 mi | $3,310 | +$610 (+23%) |
| Lompoc, CA | 15 mi | $2,700 | — |
| Isla Vista, CA | 24.2 mi | $2,547 | $-153 (-6%) |
| Santa Maria, CA | 26.2 mi | $2,890 | +$190 (+7%) |
| Santa Barbara, CA | 29.8 mi | $3,812 | +$1,112 (+41%) |
| Montecito, CA | 37.9 mi | $4,540 | +$1,840 (+68%) |
| Arroyo Grande, CA | 44.7 mi | $2,630 | $-70 (-3%) |
| Carpinteria, CA | 44.9 mi | $3,460 | +$760 (+28%) |
| Pismo Beach, CA | 51.7 mi | $2,920 | +$220 (+8%) |
| Ojai, CA | 57.5 mi | $2,260 | $-440 (-16%) |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 57.7 mi | $2,655 | $-45 (-2%) |
| Ventura, CA | 58.9 mi | $2,610 | $-90 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Solvang — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Solvang?
As of September 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Solvang, California is $2,700 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $3,850.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Solvang?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $108,000 ($9,000/month gross), which works out to roughly $51.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Solvang expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Solvang's 2-bedroom median of $2,700 is +63% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 90th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Solvang rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 382 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Solvang ranks #201 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Solvang?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Isla Vista ($2,547), Arroyo Grande ($2,630), Ojai ($2,260).