2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (241 Rentals)

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

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Anton Pacific
$5,431 - $6,397
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$3,187 - $6,437
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Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$3,417 - $6,295
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$2,638 - $6,295
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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property at 755 14th Ave

$3,450

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$3,450
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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755 14th Ave, Unit 212, Unit 212

755 14th Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
property at 1219 Laurel St

$3,800

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$3,800
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1219 Laurel St, Unit 1219, Unit 1219

1219 Laurel St
Santa CruzCA95060

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property at 133 Washburn Ave

$4,000

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133 Washburn Ave

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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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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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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123 Pearl St
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123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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312 Ocean St
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312 Ocean St

312 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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132 Campbell St
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132 Campbell St

132 Campbell 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: April 10, 2026

There are currently 506 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,500 to $8,000. Western, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and West King Street 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
Western56$4,595$2,500
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk39$4,832$2,500
West King Street38$4,447$3,409
Beach Flats37$5,200$2,500
Neary Lagoon37$5,200$2,500
Central Santa Cruz33$4,910$2,500
King Street33$5,200$2,500
Ocean Street33$5,005$2,500
UCSC33$5,200$2,500
Escolona28$4,445$3,409

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 1,240 square feet and currently listed start at $6,404. 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-2A1,240 Sq Ft$6,404
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I1,208 Sq Ft$5,950
Chestnut StreetPlan 2D Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$3,817
Pacific Shores2x21,016 Sq Ft$4,400
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1960 Sq Ft$3,482
Copa CabanasB1914 Sq Ft$2,850
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$4,175
OceanviewB6890 Sq Ft$5,495
30th Ave Townhomes2x1.5 - Townhome887 Sq Ft$3,595

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 10, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the B1 Model starting from $2,850 at Copa Cabanas in the Escolona neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom is the B1 Model at Garden Street starting at $2,995 in the Eastside neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $4,655. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Copa CabanasB1$2,850
Garden StreetB1$2,995
The BreakersThe Sandbar$3,195
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom$3,200
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$3,345
Breakwater ApartmentsB1$3,347
Chestnut StreetPlan 2B Townhome$3,409
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,424
Landing at CapitolaPlan 1$3,482

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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 Copa Cabanas listed at $2,850.

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 $4,655.

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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