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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz County, CA

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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,656+
    1 bd $2,805+
    2 bd $3,505+
    Total monthly cost
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    Cypress Point

    4.0 (35)
    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 7 units available
    1 bd $2,850+
    Total monthly cost
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    Hidden Creek Apartments

    4.0 (15)
    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials 5 units available
    2 bd $3,601+
    Total monthly cost
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    Landing At Capitola

    3.5 (8)
    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,985
    2 bd $3,725
    Total monthly cost
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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 Only 2 units left
    2 bd $3,250+
    Total monthly cost
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    The Sands

    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,750+
    Base rent
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    Garden Hill Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    31 Lassen Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,795
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    22625 East Cliff Drive

    4.5 (1)
    22625 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • 5 units available
    Studio $2,554
    1 bd $2,695+
    Base rent
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    THE BREAKERS

    4.0 (2)
    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,982
    Base rent
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    THE CLAY STREET RESIDENCES

    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,875
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    221 Raymond Street Apartments

    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $3,550+
    Base rent
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    Cormorant Court Apartments

    5.0 (2)
    527 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • 2 bd $3,550+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Acorn Court Apartments

    4.5 (1)
    100 Acorn Court, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,495
    1 bd $2,995
    2 bd $3,295+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Shearwater Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $2,595+
    2 bd $3,345
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Corcoran Gardens Apartments

    4.0 (6)
    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $3,100+
    1 bd $3,795+
    2 bd $5,925+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    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
    Verified Listing

    314 Spruce Street 7 Units 95060

    4.5 (4)
    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • New Units Available
    2 bd $4,275+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Westmont Place Townhomes

    4.5 (9)
    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $5,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    438 Cliff Drive

    438 Cliff Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $3,750
    Base rent
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    Cabrillo Manor Homes

    3002 - 3036 Mcglenn Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
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  • 233 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 104 Studio Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    Studio $2,596
    Base rent
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    233 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 104

    233 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 104, Watsonville, CA 95076
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • 225 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 204 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,844
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    225 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 204

    225 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 204, Watsonville, CA 95076
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $3,570
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2704 Lafayette Street

    2704 Lafayette Street, Soquel, CA 95073
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    Ocean Street Apartments

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    245 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 102

    245 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 102, Watsonville, CA 95067
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • Ask for pricing
    Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Paloma Del Mar

    2030 Pajaro Lane, Freedom, CA 95019
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 40-0-county

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Santa Cruz County, CA were last updated on 3 Sep 2026.

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

The best apartments in Santa Cruz County, CA are: Cypress Point, Hidden Creek Apartments, Landing at Capitola, San Lorenzo Apartments and The Sands.

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

The average rent in Santa Cruz County, CA is $3,190.

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

The price range for a studio apartment in Santa Cruz County, CA is between $795 and $3,725.

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

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz County, CA is between $1,700 and $4,235.

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

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz County, CA is between $2,554 and $7,500.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz County, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz County, CA is between $2,375 and $5,500.

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

In Santa Cruz County 40% of the housing is rented out compared to 60% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 8% of Santa Cruz County's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 49% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 39% are single-family rentals.

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