Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA
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4 units availableStudio $2,605+Total monthly cost4.0 (34)101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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4 units availableStudio $2,450+Base rent4.0 (2)630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit leftStudio $2,982Base rent132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rent specialsStudio $3,225+Base rent444 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specialsAsk for pricing4.5 (2)120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Pet friendly • Parking • Patio/Balcony
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Studio $1,950+Base rent221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Cat friendly
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Frequently asked questions
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 $3,505.
How many studio apartments for rent are available in Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?
There are 32 studio rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 25 Jun 2026.
What is the average size of a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?
The average Santa Cruz, CA studio apartment size is 234 sq. ft.
What are the advantages of renting a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?
Studio apartments in Santa Cruz, CA tend to be more affordable than other apartments and they have lower utility costs.
What are the downsides of renting a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?
One of the downsides of living in a studio apartment is the limited storage space.
Renting a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA
Finding an affordable home is definitely not an easy task nowadays, especially if you’re new to the market. When looking for a budget-friendly small apartment, you should decide on the non-negotiables and look for a home that meets your needs. On average, a studio apartment’s size in Santa Cruz, CA is 723 Sqft, which is convenient for a young professional, recent graduate, student or for someone who prefers not to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent. A cheap studio can be rented starting from $1,950, so your next step is to make up your mind regarding the layout of your future nest: do you want a one room apartment, with kitchen in the main room, or a bachelor flat with a separate kitchen? Hard to decide. Now you have 37 small apartments are in Santa Cruz, CA to choose from that will help you make a decision, with an average rent of $2,735.
The perks of renting an efficiency apartment
They say renting is like dating- you should not expect absolute perfection from a rental home, but you should love the things that make it uniquely yours. If you’re interested in an efficiency apartment in Santa Cruz, CA, we are confident that you will find a great place that complements your lifestyle. Having a small apartment comes with a series of advantages that their larger companions lack. A studio apartment is easier to keep clean and it’s always less cluttered, because there is no room for unnecessary stuff. If single bedroom apartments and small apartments is what you’re after, you are more likely to afford living in the hip parts of the town, within walking or biking distance from entertainment and shopping. You will also notice significant savings year after year. Pick your price limit and square footage and browse through our 11 listings in Santa Cruz, CA and we promise you won’t be disappointed.