
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (148 Rentals)


River Row

The Breakers

NANDA ON PACIFIC

1010 Pacific Apartments

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

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Cypress Point

Chestnut Street

306 Cliff St

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1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B
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155 Torrey Pine Ter

235 Union St

122 Tree Frog Ln, Unit 2 Bedroom 1200 sq.ft.

228 Everson Dr

918 N Branciforte Ave

716 Darwin St

218 Alhambra Ave

511 Walnut Ave

100 Edgecliff Way

250 River St
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713 Frederick St

1320 River St

622 Pine

312 Ocean St

Sandcastle Inn Apartments

316-318 Elm St

The Breakers In Santa Cruz

1013 Broadway

123 Pearl St

Copa Cabanas
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131 Alhambra Ave

1506 Broadway

311 Ocean st

Nelson Apartments

Water Street Apartments

1137 E Cliff Dr

146 Chrystal Ter

237 Darwin St

620 Laurel St

1415 Seabright Ave
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201 Barson St

209 Kaye St

402 Dakota Ave

222 Gault St

132 Seaview Ave

409 2nd St

318 Laurel St

324 Mountain View Ave

119 Felker St

317 Cliff St
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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 | $3,172 | $1,860 | $3,505 |
| Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $2,479 | $4,278 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,526 | $2,900 | $7,500 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,615 | $3,615 | $3,615 |
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There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 2D Townhome | 1,070 Sq Ft | $3,919 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | F1 | 960 Sq Ft | $4,772 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 939 Sq Ft | $3,185 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 771 Sq Ft | $3,602 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | 602 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 487 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 428 Sq Ft | $3,250 |
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 2 bed 1 bath Model starting from $2,999 at The Sands. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $4,526. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | $2,999 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | $3,185 |
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | $3,195 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | $3,200 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | $3,250 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | $3,602 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 2A | $3,729 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | F1 | $4,772 |
| River Row | B1 | $5,925 |
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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 The Sands listed at $2,999.
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 $4,526.
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.
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