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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA

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

Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 23 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 $3,615.

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 $2,525 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 $2,175 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?

Studio apartments in Santa Cruz are around 11% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 45% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 35% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.