2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (189 Rentals)

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Shearwater Apartments
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Shearwater Apartments

2333 Portola DrSanta 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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Chestnut Street
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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
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Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1420 Broadway
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1420 Broadway

1420 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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The Sea Drift
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The Sea Drift

22625 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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658 24th Ave
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658 24th Ave

658 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1901 Portola Dr
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1901 Portola Dr

1901 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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805 24th Ave
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805 24th Ave

805 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Riverview Apartments
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Riverview Apartments

157 Franklin StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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East Cliff Village
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East Cliff Village

1635 Tremont DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Adobe Hacienda
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Adobe Hacienda

318 Gault StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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339 Walnut Ave
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339 Walnut Ave

339 Walnut AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Parkview Apartments
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Parkview Apartments

425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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 24, 2025

There are currently 31652 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,695 to $9,500. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Downtown Santa Cruz and Western 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
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk1985$4,795$3,099
Downtown Santa Cruz1975$4,795$3,099
Western1885$4,831$3,099
Neary Lagoon1855$4,985$3,099
West King Street1855$4,985$3,099
Lighthouse1825$4,995$3,500
Escolona1813$4,908$3,099
King Street1813$4,908$3,099
UCSC1813$4,908$3,099
Riverwalk1673$5,130$3,099

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 1,115 square feet and currently listed start at $5,326. 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 G1,115 Sq Ft$5,326
Chestnut Street2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$4,287
Pacific ShoresLighthouse Point1,035 Sq Ft$4,275
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
OceanviewB2860 Sq Ft$4,795
San Lorenzo Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath696 Sq Ft$3,299

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 24, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $3,099 at Hidden Creek Apartments in the Escolona neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Model at Cormorant Court Apartments starting at $3,275 in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,877. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hidden Creek Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$3,099
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$3,275
The Sands2 bed 1 bath$3,299
San Lorenzo Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$3,299
Garden StreetB1$3,300
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1$3,374
Emerald Bay ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$3,381
Breakwater ApartmentsB1$3,495

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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 Hidden Creek Apartments listed at $3,099.

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 $4,877.

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 1,672 sq ft.

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