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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA

Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA. 118 Rentals Available
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  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,765
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances.
    2 bd $4,475
    Base rent
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    4.0 (8)
    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a couch, a chair, a table, and a potted plant.
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,310
    2 bd $3,150
    Base rent
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    4.5 (4)
    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    New units available 9 units available
    Studio $2,175+
    1 bd $2,525+
    2 bd $2,825
    Base rent
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    4.0 (2)
    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a white couch and a tv
    New units available 18 units available
    Studio $2,631+
    1 bd $2,999+
    2 bd $3,799+
    Total monthly cost
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    4.0 (34)
    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    Rent specials 17 units available
    1 bd $2,750+
    2 bd $3,499+
    Total monthly cost
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    4.0 (15)
    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • a white kitchen with white cabinets and a sink
    2 bd $3,295
    Base rent
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    5.0 (2)
    527 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • A modern building with a white facade and balconies with plants on them.
    Rent specials New units available
    Studio $3,225+
    1 bd $3,875
    2 bd $7,475+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    444 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with white couches and a coffee table
    Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,950
    Total monthly cost
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    4.5 (2)
    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Unit #3E 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $3,955
    Base rent
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    Unit #3E, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and tables
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    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly
  • A modern building with a combination of brown and yellow panels.
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    850 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • 119 Coral Street Studio Apartment for Rent
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    119 Coral Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • 235 Button Street 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
    3 bd $3,570
    Base rent
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    235 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly
  • 111 Barson Street Studio Apartment for Rent
    New listing
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    111 Barson Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Pet friendly
  • 105 Mott Avenue 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
    3 bd $5,500
    Base rent
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    105 Mott Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Pet friendly
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
    New listing
    Studio $2,250
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    142 Belmont Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
    New listing
    4 bd $8,250
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    110 Western Ct, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly

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  • a spacious living room with carpet and a large window
    Rent specials
    1 bd $2,595
    2 bd $3,075
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (5)
    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • a pool with white chairs and umbrellas and a blue sky
    1 bd $2,845
    2 bd $3,395
    Base rent
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    4.5 (2)
    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • A map shows a beachfront area with a red box highlighting a specific section.
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $3,195
    Base rent
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    22681 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • a kitchen and dining room with a table and chairs
    Rent specials 4 units available
    2 bd $3,595+
    Total monthly cost
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    3.5 (8)
    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A modern living room with brown leather chairs and a flat screen TV.
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    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
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  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and white cabinets.
    3 bd $5,800
    Base rent
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    2524 Charlene Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 4 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA?
What is the average rent in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average rent in Santa Cruz, CA is $3,551.

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

The price range for a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,175 and $3,765.

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

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,275 and $4,370.

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

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,275 and $7,500.

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

In Santa Cruz, 52% of the residents are renting compared to 48% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 12% of Santa Cruz's rentals, 55% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Santa Cruz, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Santa Cruz are about 35 years old, on average. Of these, 36% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 88% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 16% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Santa Cruz, CA?

Rental apartments in Santa Cruz come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 11% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 45% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 35% of all rentals in Santa Cruz. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.