2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (191 Rentals)

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755 14th Ave
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755 14th Ave

755 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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803 Laurel St
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803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
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317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
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816 Riverside Ave

816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
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The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Garden Street
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Garden Street

3711-3715 Garden St ExtSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Clay Residences
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Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Chestnut Street
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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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157 Lee St
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157 Lee St

157 Lee StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1550 30th Ave
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1550 30th Ave

1550 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Bienestar Plaza
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Bienestar Plaza

1520 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Bayou Townhouses
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Bayou Townhouses

1385 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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221 Raymond St
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221 Raymond St

221 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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3230 Mission Dr
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3230 Mission Dr

3230 Mission DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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909 35th Ave
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909 35th Ave

909 35th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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311 Ocean st
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311 Ocean st

311 Ocean stSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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217 Berry
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217 Berry

217 BerrySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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139 School St
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139 School St

139 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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618 Windsor St
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618 Windsor St

618 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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320 California St
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320 California St

320 California StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 06, 2025

There are currently 32069 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,695 to $9,500. Western, Neary Lagoon and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Western1935$4,995$2,985
Neary Lagoon1933$4,995$3,499
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk1933$4,990$3,499
Downtown Santa Cruz1920$4,995$3,499
West King Street1920$5,047$3,499
Escolona1880$5,100$3,499
King Street1880$5,100$3,499
UCSC1880$5,100$3,499
Lighthouse1860$5,100$3,500
Riverwalk1839$5,115$3,499

Largest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific in the Escolona neighborhood and is 1,214 square feet priced from $5,513. NANDA ON PACIFIC has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,208 square feet and currently listed start at $5,746. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-2A1,214 Sq Ft$5,513
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I1,208 Sq Ft$5,746
Chestnut Street2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$4,512
Pacific ShoresLighthouse Point1,035 Sq Ft$4,205
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence F1985 Sq Ft$4,412
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1960 Sq Ft$3,374
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$4,275
30th Ave TownhomesTH15887 Sq Ft$3,800
Breakwater ApartmentsB1860 Sq Ft$3,495
OceanviewB2860 Sq Ft$4,795

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 06, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the B1 Model starting from $3,300 at Garden Street in the Eastside neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Model at Cormorant Court Apartments starting at $3,345 in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,978. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Garden StreetB1$3,300
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$3,345
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1$3,374
Emerald Bay ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$3,381
Breakwater ApartmentsB1$3,495
Hidden Creek Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$3,499
30th Ave TownhomesTH15$3,800
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,961
Pacific Shores2x2$4,111

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Santa Cruz Overview

Known across the globe for its famed redwood trees and sweeping ocean views, Santa Cruz is a darling city of the California scene. Home to plenty of historic hot spots as well as an inviting downtown mixture of nightlife and retail shopping, this west coast destination should be on the 'must-consider' list for anyone seriously considering a move to Cali.

Why live in Santa Cruz, CA?

Why in the world not? Easily one of the most in-demand locales of the entire west coast, life in a Santa Cruz apartment for rent is about as good as it gets. Flush with area schools and plenty of employers such as Plantronics, this forward-thinking and environmentally-conscious hotspot is a fantastic place to call home.

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Getting Around Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

36 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Santa Cruz is at Garden Street listed at $3,300.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz is $4,978.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,214 square feet unit starting from $5,513 at Anton Pacific.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Santa Cruz is currently 936 sq ft.

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