2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (246 Rentals)

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The Hilltop
$4,445
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The Hilltop

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$3,595 - $3,870
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$2,682 - $4,346
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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property at 155 Torrey Pine Ter

$1,125 - $1,150

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155 Torrey Pine Ter

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 235 Union St

$2,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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235 Union St

Santa CruzCA95060

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property at 200 5th Ave

$4,700

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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200 5th Ave

Santa CruzCA95062
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Laureate Court
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Laureate Court

700 Nobel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2865 Capitola
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2865 Capitola

2865 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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622 Pine
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622 Pine

622 Pine StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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832-834 Paget Ave
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832-834 Paget Ave

832-834 Paget AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Garden Street
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Garden Street

3711-3715 Garden St ExtSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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3230 Mission Dr
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3230 Mission Dr

3230 Mission DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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371 7th Ave
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371 7th Ave

371 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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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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Bienestar Plaza
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Bienestar Plaza

1520 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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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: July 10, 2026

There are currently 391 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,695 to $9,500. Western, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Central Santa Cruz 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
Western41$4,445$2,900
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk31$4,307$2,695
Central Santa Cruz30$4,267$2,900
Beach Flats29$4,395$2,900
Ocean Street29$4,267$2,900
Neary Lagoon28$4,395$3,200
King Street27$4,307$3,250
UCSC27$4,307$3,250
West King Street26$4,445$3,600
Riverwalk21$4,379$2,900

Largest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at River Row in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood and is 1,330 square feet priced from $7,475. Chestnut Street in the Escolona neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,070 square feet and currently listed start at $3,919. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
River RowTownhome1,330 Sq Ft$7,475
Chestnut StreetPlan 2D Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$3,919
Pacific ShoresLighthouse Point1,035 Sq Ft$4,650
Thurber ApartmentsThurber Apartments980 Sq Ft$3,450
1010 Pacific ApartmentsF1960 Sq Ft$4,772
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1960 Sq Ft$3,602
OceanviewB4950 Sq Ft$5,295
Breakwater ApartmentsB2923 Sq Ft$3,905
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$4,175
The HilltopB4818 Sq Ft$4,445

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 10, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the 2 bed 1 bath Model starting from $2,999 at The Sands in the Ocean Street neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the The Sandbar Model at The Breakers starting at $3,195 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,608. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Sands2 bed 1 bath$2,999
The BreakersThe Sandbar$3,195
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom$3,200
306 Cliff St2/1$3,250
Thurber ApartmentsThurber Apartments$3,450
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1$3,602
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,602
Capitola TownhomesTH15$3,795
Chestnut StreetPlan 2A$3,857
Breakwater ApartmentsB2$3,905

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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.

Santa Cruz, CA
Population: 64,725

Ranked #582

in US Census Population by City

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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 The Sands listed at $2,999.

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 $4,608.

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 1,330 square feet unit starting from $7,475 at River Row.

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