2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (224 Rentals)

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The Hilltop
$4,445 - $4,595
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$3,545 - $4,595
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The Hilltop

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$3,299 - $6,228
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$2,560 - $6,221
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$2,567 - $6,228
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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714 Pine St, Unit #3
$2,600
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714 Pine St, Unit #3

714 Pine StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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317 Spruce St
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317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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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Garden Street
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Garden Street

3711-3715 Garden St ExtSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Copa Cabanas
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Copa Cabanas

1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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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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129 Grant St
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129 Grant St

129 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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132 Seaview Ave
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132 Seaview Ave

132 Seaview AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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137 Clay St
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137 Clay St

137 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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146 Chrystal Ter
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146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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119 Felker St
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119 Felker St

119 Felker StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1910 Brommer St
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1910 Brommer St

1910 Brommer StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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21520 E Cliff Dr
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21520 E Cliff Dr

21520 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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2216 Alice St
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2216 Alice St

2216 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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313 Raymond St
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313 Raymond St

313 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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140 Hunolt St
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140 Hunolt St

140 Hunolt StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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535-545 2nd St
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535-545 2nd St

535-545 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1911 Kinsley St
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1911 Kinsley St

1911 Kinsley StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1500 Merrill St
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1500 Merrill St

1500 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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835 Corcoran Ave
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835 Corcoran Ave

835 Corcoran AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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313 Broadway
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313 Broadway

313 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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104 Surfside Ave
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104 Surfside Ave

104 Surfside AveSanta 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: February 24, 2026

There are currently 561 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $3,000 to $8,000. Western, West King Street 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
Western71$4,572$3,185
West King Street44$4,445$3,295
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk43$5,100$3,195
Beach Flats39$5,250$3,200
Neary Lagoon39$5,250$3,200
Central Santa Cruz36$5,250$3,185
King Street34$5,387$3,300
Ocean Street34$5,525$3,195
UCSC34$5,387$3,300
Seabright29$5,535$3,195

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. Clay Residences in the Ocean Street neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,279 square feet and currently listed start at $4,578. 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
Clay Residences2BR-2BA Town House1,279 Sq Ft$4,578
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-2A1,240 Sq Ft$6,488
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I1,208 Sq Ft$6,100
Chestnut StreetPlan 2D Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$3,619
1010 Pacific ApartmentsD21,043 Sq Ft$3,859
Pacific ShoresLighthouse Point1,035 Sq Ft$3,465
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1960 Sq Ft$3,482
Breakwater ApartmentsB2923 Sq Ft$3,589

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 24, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the The Sandbar Model starting from $3,195 at The Breakers in the Ocean Street neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the 2-Bedroom Model at 150-152 Leibrandt Ave starting at $3,200 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,671. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The BreakersThe Sandbar$3,195
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom$3,200
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,306
Chestnut StreetPlan 2B Townhome$3,377
Emerald Bay ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$3,381
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$3,395
Breakwater ApartmentsB1$3,440
Pacific Shores2x2$3,470
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1$3,482
Garden StreetB1$3,500

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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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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 Breakers listed at $3,195.

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 $4,671.

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.

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 882 sq ft.

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