2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (111 Rentals)

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803 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
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317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
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816 Riverside Ave

816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
2 Bedroom Apartments

Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Chestnut Street
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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut 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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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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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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1013 Broadway
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1013 Broadway

1013 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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123 Pearl St
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123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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119 Clay St
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119 Clay St

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

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

409 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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222 Gault St
2 Bedroom Apartments

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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Nuevo Sol
2 Bedroom Apartments

Nuevo Sol

111 Barson StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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119 Felker St
2 Bedroom Apartments

119 Felker St

119 Felker 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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620 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

620 Laurel St

620 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Adobe Hacienda
2 Bedroom Apartments

Adobe Hacienda

318 Gault 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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220 Center St
2 Bedroom Apartments

220 Center St

220 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
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230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
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122 Rincon St

122 Rincon 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 Anton Pacific and is listed at 1,300 square feet priced from $5,778. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-2A1,300 Sq Ft$5,778
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome1,040 Sq Ft$4,687
Baytree ApartmentsD1,028 Sq Ft$2,985
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence B1837 Sq Ft$4,266
Cypress PointResidence 3771 Sq Ft$3,781
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath2-Bedroom495 Sq Ft$3,500

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 D Model starting from $2,985 at Baytree Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $4,924. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Baytree ApartmentsD$2,985
Cypress PointResidence 3$3,781
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence B1$4,266
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome$4,687
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-10A$5,500

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Lifestyle Ratings

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!

Getting Around the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Baytree Apartments listed at $2,985.

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 $4,924.

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 1,300 square feet unit starting from $5,778 at Anton Pacific.

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 915 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.