2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (28 Rentals)

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520 Chestnut St
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520 Chestnut St

520 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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135 School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

135 School St

135 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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431 Washington St
2 Bedroom Apartments

431 Washington St

431 Washington 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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139 School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

139 School St

139 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220-224 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

220-224 Laurel St

220-224 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laurel
2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel

221 Laurel 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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318 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

318 Laurel St

318 Laurel 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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146 Chrystal Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
2 Bedroom Apartments

122 Rincon St

122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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515 Maple St
2 Bedroom Apartments

515 Maple St

515 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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226 Mora St
2 Bedroom Apartments

226 Mora St

226 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Marel Apt
2 Bedroom Apartments

Marel Apt

320 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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412 Maple St
2 Bedroom Apartments

412 Maple St

412 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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121 Sylvar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 Sylvar St

121 Sylvar StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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339 Walnut Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

339 Walnut Ave

339 Walnut AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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RiverRow
2 Bedroom Apartments

RiverRow

414-508 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Parkview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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240 River Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

240 River Street

232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific and is listed at 1,300 square feet priced from $5,200. 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$5,200
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I1,208 Sq Ft$6,100
1010 Pacific ApartmentsC2896 Sq Ft$4,290

Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the Residence B1 Model starting from $4,250 at 1010 Pacific Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz is currently $5,129. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence B1$4,250
Anton Pacific2 Bed/2 Bath-3A$4,549
NANDA ON PACIFIC2 Bed 2 Bath I$6,100

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #12

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Santa Cruz is at 1010 Pacific Apartments listed at $4,250.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is $5,129.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Cruz is a 1,300 square feet unit starting from $5,200 at Anton Pacific.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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