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Apartments for Rent in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA

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    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $3,485+
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    2603 Mattison Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $4,000
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    1053 Brommer St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $3,300
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    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
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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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    727 Hanover St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    3 BEDS $4,650
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    910 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
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    401 15Th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    3 BEDS $5,800
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    850 Rosedale Ave., Capitola, CA 95010
    2 BEDS $2,895
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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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    350 Ocean St, 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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    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    724 RIVERSIDE AVE., SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
    3 BEDS $4,500
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    3002 - 3036 Mcglenn Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
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    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    1 BED $2,195
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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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    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    2 BEDS $4,175+
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    100 Acorn Court, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    2 BEDS $3,550
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    22 Willis Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    3 BEDS $5,600
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    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
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    2090 -2092 Penasquitas Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
    2 BEDS $3,945
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Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA have decreased by 3.67% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,483 to $3,355.

Average rent in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA

$3,355/mo Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA is $3,355.

    What's the typical rent budget in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA?

    Around 78% of Live Oak’s apartments are in the > $3,000 price range. 22% of apartments are priced between $2,501-$3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA (78%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Live Oak, CA

    62 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    30 /100
    Some Transit
    93 /100
    Biker's Paradise
    Walk Score®: 62, Transit Score®: 30, Bike Score®: 93

    Frequently asked questions

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

    Prices and availability in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

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

    The best apartments in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA are: Landing at Capitola, 2603 Mattison Lane and 1053 Brommer St.

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

    The average rent in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA is $3,241.

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

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA is between $3,300 and $4,000.

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

    In Live Oak, 37% of the residents are renting compared to 63% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 9% of Live Oak’s rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 36% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, 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 Live Oak are about 47 years old, on average. Of these, 7% 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 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none 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 Live Oak, Santa Cruz County, CA?

    Studio apartments in Live Oak are around 3% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 40% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 45% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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