
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (145 Rentals)


River Row

NANDA ON PACIFIC

The Breakers

1010 Pacific

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Cypress Point

Pacific Station South

Chestnut Street

306 Cliff St

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129 Grant St, Unit 2
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79 S Branciforte Ave

318 Laurel St

250 River St

308 River St

508 Caledonia St

204 Castillion Terrace

203 Seaview Ave

116 S Morrissey Ave

112 Canfield Ave

308 Cypress Ave
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850 Branciforte Dr

622 Pine

320 - 328 California Street

423 Broadway

La Bahia Apartments

903 Sumner St

313 Raymond St

140 Hunolt St

317 Ocean St

618 Windsor St
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129 Grant St

518 S Branciforte Ave

Laurel

535-545 2nd St

159 Bixby St

209 Kaye St

16 Keys

Seabright Triplex

West Side Santa Cruz Tri-Plex with Garages

32 Campbell St
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401 Pennsylvania Ave

125-129 Hubbard St

505 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

135 School St

137 Clay St

75 Front St

139 School St

212-214 Hanover St

335 Gault St

217 Berry
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Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,085 | $2,200 | $3,505 |
| Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,271 | $1,695 | $4,278 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,736 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,809 | $2,595 | $4,850 |
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Largest Available Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at River Row and is listed at 1,330 square feet priced from $7,475. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Row | Townhome | 1,330 Sq Ft | $7,475 |
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-2A | 1,214 Sq Ft | $6,208 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 2 Bed 2 Bath G | 1,115 Sq Ft | $5,570 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 2D Townhome | 1,070 Sq Ft | $4,139 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 939 Sq Ft | $3,185 |
| Pacific Station South | 2 Bedroom | 873 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 1010 Pacific | BT1 - 2x2 | 868 Sq Ft | $3,286 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 771 Sq Ft | $3,702 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 767 Sq Ft | $3,395 |
| 320 - 328 California Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 710 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
Cheapest Available Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Central Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $3,000 at 320 - 328 California Street. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $4,736. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 320 - 328 California Street | 2BR/1.0BA | $3,000 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | $3,185 |
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | $3,195 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,250 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | $3,250 |
| 1010 Pacific | BT1 - 2x2 | $3,286 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | $3,395 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | $3,702 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 2A | $3,889 |
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A | $4,946 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Santa Cruz with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Central Santa Cruz is at 320 - 328 California Street listed at $3,000.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central Santa Cruz is $4,736.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Santa Cruz is a 1,330 square feet unit starting from $7,475 at River Row.
What is the average size for Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Central Santa Cruz is currently 973 sq ft.
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