2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (138 Rentals)

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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta 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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312 Ocean St
2 Bedroom Apartments

312 Ocean St

312 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-318 Elm St
2 Bedroom Apartments

316-318 Elm St

316-318 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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1013 Broadway
2 Bedroom Apartments

1013 Broadway

1013 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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123 Pearl St
2 Bedroom Apartments

123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Copa Cabanas
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Copa Cabanas

1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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222 Gault St
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222 Gault St

222 Gault StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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132 Seaview Ave
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132 Seaview Ave

132 Seaview AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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318 Laurel St
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318 Laurel St

318 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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119 Felker St
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119 Felker St

119 Felker StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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201 Barson St
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201 Barson St

201 Barson 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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402 Dakota Ave
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402 Dakota Ave

402 Dakota AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Cliff St
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317 Cliff St

317 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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615 Seabright Ave
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615 Seabright Ave

615 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Marel Apt
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Marel Apt

320 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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431 Washington St
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431 Washington St

431 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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216 Blackburn St
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216 Blackburn St

216 Blackburn StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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127 Pearl St
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127 Pearl St

127 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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119 Clay St
2 Bedroom Apartments

119 Clay St

119 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-324 Lincoln St
2 Bedroom Apartments

316-324 Lincoln St

316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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409 2nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

409 2nd St

409 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1137 E Cliff Dr
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1137 E Cliff Dr

1137 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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146 Chrystal Ter
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146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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412 Maple St
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412 Maple St

412 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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131 Alhambra Ave
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131 Alhambra Ave

131 Alhambra AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1506 Broadway
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1506 Broadway

1506 BroadwaySanta 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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220 Center St
2 Bedroom Apartments

220 Center St

220 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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 Clay Residences and is listed at 1,279 square feet priced from $4,578. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Clay Residences2BR-2BA Town House1,279 Sq Ft$4,578
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-2A1,240 Sq Ft$6,122
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I1,208 Sq Ft$6,100
Chestnut StreetPlan 2D Townhome1,070 Sq Ft$3,767
Baytree ApartmentsD1,028 Sq Ft$2,985
1010 Pacific ApartmentsC2896 Sq Ft$4,290
Cypress PointResidence 3771 Sq Ft$3,399

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-Bedroom Model starting from $2,850 at 108 Sycamore St. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $4,190. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
108 Sycamore St2-Bedroom$2,850
Baytree ApartmentsD$2,985
Hidden Creek Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$2,999
The BreakersThe Sandbar$3,195
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom$3,350
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,399
Chestnut StreetPlan 2B Townhome$3,689

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Our team is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Santa Cruz. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 108 Sycamore St listed at $2,850.

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 $4,190.

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 1,279 square feet unit starting from $4,578 at Clay Residences.

What is the average size for Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!