
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (182 Rentals)


The Breakers

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Emerald Bay Apartments

714 Pine St, Unit #3

721 37th Ave

360-370 10th Ave

755 14th Ave

2865 Capitola

622 Pine
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Creekside Apartments

Garden Street

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30th Ave Townhomes

Chanticleer Commons

24th Ave Apartments

2651 Fresno St

2190 Chanticleer Ave

1568 7th Ave

658 24th Ave
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340 7th Ave

2045 Alice St

Pleasant Acres

666 17th Ave

2216 Alice St

1910 Brommer St

1550 30th Ave

21520 E Cliff Dr

Bienestar Plaza

1510 Merrill St
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Pastel Court

Sunshine Village Apartments

Villa Santa Cruz

Snug Harbor MHC

693-695 30th Ave

Kinsley Apartments

728 36th Ave

2230 Alice St

2875-2895 Capitola Rd

1785 Halterman Ave
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951 30th Ave

909 35th Ave

Pleasure Point Mobile Manor

1890 17th Ave

2595 La Paloma Ln

835 Corcoran Ave

1500 Merrill St

1901 Portola Dr

2256-2268 Capitola Rd

2895 Capitola Rd
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 | $2,298 | $2,010 | $2,695 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $2,000 | $8,900 |
Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,802 | $2,600 | $8,000 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Residences | 2BR-2BA Town House | 1,279 Sq Ft | $4,578 |
| 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 | $3,482 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B2 | 923 Sq Ft | $3,550 |
| 30th Ave Townhomes | 2x1.5 - Townhome | 887 Sq Ft | $3,695 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $3,381 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 800 Sq Ft | $3,595 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 767 Sq Ft | $3,395 |
Cheapest Available Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Eastside of Santa Cruz, CA is the The Sandbar Model starting from $3,195 at The Breakers. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Eastside is currently $4,802. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Breakers | The Sandbar | $3,195 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | $3,200 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | $3,381 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | $3,395 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B1 | $3,402 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | $3,482 |
| Garden Street | B1 | $3,500 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | $3,595 |
| 30th Ave Townhomes | 2x1.5 - Townhome | $3,695 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Eastside with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Eastside is at The Breakers listed at $3,195.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is $4,802.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Eastside is a 1,279 square feet unit starting from $4,578 at Clay Residences.
What is the average size for Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Eastside is currently 799 sq ft.
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