
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (206 Rentals)


The Breakers

Emerald Bay Apartments

306 Cliff St

834 Paget Ave

79 S Branciforte Ave

2895 Capitola Rd

1792 Halterman Ave

508 Caledonia St

1654 Chanticleer Ave
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755 14th Ave

1212 Chanticleer Ave

822 Eaton St

203 Seaview Ave

1798 Halterman Ave

308 Cypress Ave

200 5th Ave

135 Market St

116 S Morrissey Ave

215 Blackpoint Ln
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Harbor Walk at Swan Lake

2865 Capitola

622 Pine

Creekside Apartments

832-834 Paget Ave

Garden Street

Capitola Townhomes

2216 Alice St

1910 Brommer St

1550 30th Ave
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21520 E Cliff Dr

Bienestar Plaza

1510 Merrill St

Pastel Court

Sunshine Village Apartments

Villa Santa Cruz

2190 Chanticleer Ave

1568 7th Ave

658 24th Ave

340 7th Ave
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2045 Alice St

Pleasant Acres

666 17th Ave

24th Ave Apartments

2651-2661 Fresno St

Kinsley Apartments

Chanticleer Commons

728 36th Ave

2230 Alice St

2875-2895 Capitola Rd
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Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $2,597 | $2,295 | $2,700 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $1,695 | $8,900 |
Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,205 | $2,895 | $9,500 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,217 | $3,495 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 206 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Largest Available Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Eastside area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Wilder Townhomes and is listed at 1,220 square feet priced from $4,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilder Townhomes | TH15Y | 1,220 Sq Ft | $4,250 |
| 101 Grand | 1,000 Sq Ft | $6,500 | |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 960 Sq Ft | $3,605 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B2 | 923 Sq Ft | $3,944 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $3,381 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 800 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 767 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 686 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 609 Sq Ft | $3,720 |
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | 602 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
Cheapest Available Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Eastside of Santa Cruz, CA is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $2,695 at 832-834 Paget Ave. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Eastside is currently $4,205. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 832-834 Paget Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,695 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,999 |
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | $3,195 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | $3,250 |
| Garden Street | B1 | $3,295 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | $3,381 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | $3,450 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | $3,605 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B1 | $3,641 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | $3,720 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is $4,205.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Eastside is a 1,220 square feet unit starting from $4,250 at Wilder Townhomes.
What is the average size for Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Eastside is currently 924 sq ft.
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