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Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

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  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,550
    Base rent
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    San Lorenzo Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $3,275
    1 bd $3,875
    2 bd $5,925+
    Base rent
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    River Row

    444 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,310
    2 bd $3,150
    Base rent
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    314 Spruce Street 7 Units 95060

    4.5 (4)
    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $2,695
    1 bd $3,765
    Base rent
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    THE CLAY STREET RESIDENCES

    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 3 bd $4,575
    Base rent
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    RIVERSIDE

    724 RIVERSIDE AVE., SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
    Pet friendly
  • 111 Barson Street Studio Apartment for Rent
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    Nuevo Sol

    111 Barson Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Pet friendly

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  • New Units Available Only 3 units left
    Studio $2,466
    1 bd $2,549
    Base rent
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    THE BREAKERS

    4.0 (2)
    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,820
    2 bd $3,560
    Base rent
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    The Sands

    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,306+
    1 bd $2,605+
    2 bd $3,205+
    Total monthly cost
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    Cypress Point

    4.0 (38)
    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,250
    2 bd $2,775
    Base rent
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    221 Raymond Street Apartments

    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • Rent specials 6 units available
    1 bd $2,499+
    Base rent
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    Hidden Creek Apartments

    4.0 (15)
    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $3,345+
    Base rent
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    Cormorant Court Apartments

    5.0 (2)
    527 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $5,750
    Base rent
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    221 Blackpoint Lane

    221 Blackpoint Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,495
    2 bd $2,995
    Base rent
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    Corcoran Gardens Apartments

    4.0 (6)
    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,395+
    1 bd $2,895
    2 bd $3,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Shearwater Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,795
    2 bd $3,295
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    22625 East Cliff Drive

    4.5 (1)
    22625 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $3,420+
    Total monthly cost
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    Landing At Capitola

    3.5 (9)
    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $3,495
    Base rent
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    Cabrillo Manor Homes

    3002 - 3036 Mcglenn Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
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    Ocean Street Apartments

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
  • 2 bd $3,875+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Westmont Place Townhomes

    4.5 (9)
    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    The Bluffs At 44th

    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    2 bd $4,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1228 Broadway

    1228 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • New listing
    2 bd $2,975
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    926 Ponselle Ln, Unit #2

    926 Ponselle Ln, Capitola, CA 95010
    Pet friendly • Pool • Dishwasher
  • 2 bd $4,850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    870 Park Avenue, Unit 113

    870 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
    Pet friendly • Pool • In unit laundry
  • 6-19-nhood

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 29 Oct 2026.

What are the best apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The best apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA are: San Lorenzo Apartments, River Row, 314 Spruce Street 7 Units 95060, THE CLAY STREET RESIDENCES and RIVERSIDE.

What is the average rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The average rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA is $3,526.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,550 and $3,465.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,550 and $4,235.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,550 and $7,500.

What type of rental buildings are in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

In Downtown Santa Cruz 48% of the housing is rented out compared to 52% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 13% of Downtown Santa Cruz's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 53% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 34% are single-family rentals.

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