2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (238 Rentals)

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Anton Pacific
$5,624 - $6,736
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$3,279 - $6,776
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Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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
$3,799 - $3,849
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$2,638 - $6,563
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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property at 711 Hanover St

$3,600

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711 Hanover St

Santa CruzCA95062

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property at 660 Nobel Dr

$3,975 - $4,200

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660 Nobel Dr

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 200 5th Ave

$4,700

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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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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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318 Laurel St
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318 Laurel St

318 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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237 Darwin St
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237 Darwin St

237 Darwin StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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217 Berry
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217 Berry

217 BerrySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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139 School St
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139 School St

139 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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618 Windsor St
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618 Windsor St

618 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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320 California St
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320 California St

320 California StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1568 7th Ave
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1568 7th Ave

1568 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2895 Capitola Rd
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2895 Capitola Rd

2895 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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226 Mora St
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226 Mora St

226 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laurel
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Laurel

221 Laurel 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: May 26, 2026

There are currently 150 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 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
Western17$4,445$3,185
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk11$4,870$2,695
West King Street11$4,445$3,806
Central Santa Cruz10$4,870$3,185
Escolona10$4,375$3,806
Beach Flats9$5,100$3,200
Eastside9$3,338$2,695
Neary Lagoon9$5,100$3,200
Ocean Street9$4,910$3,195
King Street8$5,005$3,806

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. Westmont Townhomes in the Escolona neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $4,175. 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
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath900 Sq Ft$4,175
OceanviewB2860 Sq Ft$4,345
The HilltopB4818 Sq Ft$4,445
Cypress PointResidence 3771 Sq Ft$3,806
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom650 Sq Ft$3,200
The BreakersThe Sandbar602 Sq Ft$3,195

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 26, 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 $4,838. 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$3,806
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath$4,175
OceanviewB2$4,345
The HilltopB4$4,445
River RowTownhome$7,475

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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 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 $4,838.

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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