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    100 Acorn Court, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    2 BEDS $3,550
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    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    2 BEDS $4,175+
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    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,554
    1 BED $2,595+
    2 BEDS $2,825
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    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $2,699+
    2 BEDS $3,299+
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    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,982
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    2 BEDS $2,390
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    1 BED $2,195
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    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    2 BEDS $3,195+
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    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    2 BEDS $3,495
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    31 Lassen Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    2 BEDS $2,650+
    3 BEDS $2,950+
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    2090 -2092 Penasquitas Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
    2 BEDS $3,945
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    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,621+
    1 BED $2,995+
    2 BEDS $4,429+
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    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $3,485+
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    850 Rosedale Ave., Capitola, CA 95010
    2 BEDS $2,895
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    201 Pacifica Boulevard, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    2 BEDS $1,903
    3 BEDS $2,863
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    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    3002 - 3036 Mcglenn Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
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    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
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    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
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    724 RIVERSIDE AVE., SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
    3 BEDS $4,500
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    910 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
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    2030 Pajaro Lane, Freedom, CA 95019
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    225 Pacifica Boulevard, Unit 204, Watsonville, CA 95076
    2 BEDS $2,200
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Santa Cruz County, CA rent trends

Average rent in Santa Cruz County, CA

$3,176/mo Santa Cruz County, CA average rental price, September 2025
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What's the typical rent budget in Santa Cruz County, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Santa Cruz County, CA (57%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

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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 17 Nov 2025.

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

The best apartments in Santa Cruz County, CA are: Acorn Court Apartments, Westmont Place Townhomes, THE BREAKERS, Hidden Creek 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 $2,195 and $3,495.

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 $1,350 and $5,018.

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 $1,903 and $5,067.

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 $2,863 and $6,500.

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

In Santa Cruz County 39% of the housing is rented out compared to 61% 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, 47% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 41% are single-family rentals.

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