2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (248 Rentals)

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Cypress Point
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$3,695 - $4,180
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Hilltop
$4,451
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The Hilltop

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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129 Grant St, Unit 2
$3,250
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129 Grant St, Unit 2

129 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
property at 41 Grandview St

$3,950

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 5

41 Grandview St, Unit 906

41 Grandview St
Santa CruzCA95060

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$3,300 - $3,345

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308 River St

Santa CruzCA95060

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Laureate Court
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Laureate Court

700 Nobel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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622 Pine
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622 Pine

622 Pine StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2865 Capitola
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2865 Capitola

2865 Capitola RdSanta 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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Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 24, 2026

There are currently 402 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,350 to $9,500. Western, Westside 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
Western34$4,395$2,350
Westside34$4,395$2,350
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk31$4,420$2,895
Beach Flats29$4,640$3,050
Neary Lagoon29$4,640$3,050
Central Santa Cruz26$4,144$3,050
Ocean Street25$4,150$3,050
King Street24$4,349$3,050
UCSC24$4,349$3,050
Riverwalk21$4,640$3,050

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. Anton Pacific has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,214 square feet and currently listed start at $6,208. 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
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-2A1,214 Sq Ft$6,208
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath G1,115 Sq Ft$5,570
Chestnut StreetPlan 2D Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$4,139
OceanviewB51,030 Sq Ft$5,295
Pacific ShoresC1 - 2x21,016 Sq Ft$4,395
Thurber ApartmentsThurber Apartments980 Sq Ft$3,400
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1960 Sq Ft$3,605
Breakwater ApartmentsB2923 Sq Ft$3,997
Westmont TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhome900 Sq Ft$4,275

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 24, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $2,695 at 832-834 Paget Ave in the Arana Gulch neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 320 - 328 California Street starting at $3,000 in the Escolona neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,726. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
832-834 Paget Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths$2,695
320 - 328 California Street2BR/1.0BA$3,000
Garden StreetB1$3,195
The BreakersThe Sandbar$3,195
The Sands2 bed 1 bath$3,250
306 Cliff St2/1$3,250
1010 PacificBT1 - 2x2$3,286
Emerald Bay ApartmentsTwo Bedroom$3,381
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$3,395
Thurber ApartmentsThurber Apartments$3,400

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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

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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 832-834 Paget Ave listed at $2,695.

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 $4,726.

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 965 sq ft.

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