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Houses for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA


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  • 3 bd $4,575
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    RIVERSIDE

    724 RIVERSIDE AVE., SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060
    Pet friendly
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    3 bd $3,570
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    2704 Lafayette Street

    2704 Lafayette Street, Soquel, CA 95073
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    3 bd $5,400
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    438 Cliff Drive

    438 Cliff Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    166 Hyannis Court

    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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    3 bd $5,000
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    2021 Felt Street

    2021 Felt Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Washer/Dryer
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    3 bd $5,200
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    28 Meadow Way

    28 Meadow Way, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    Dog friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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    2 bd $3,850
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    1780 Weston Ridge Road

    1780 Weston Ridge Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
    Cat friendly • Pool • Patio/Balcony
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average size of a rental house in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average Santa Cruz, CA rental house size is 1,115 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a house in Santa Cruz, CA?

Renting a house in Santa Cruz, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

Houses for rent in Santa Cruz, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

Renting a house in Santa Cruz, CA

Those looking for a cozy home with lots of living and storage space and a backyard, and also like the freedom of renting, rental homes can offer the best of both worlds. This segment of the rental market has become very popular and the selection is better than ever. In Santa Cruz, CA there are 7 homes for rent including duplexes, townhomes and single family homes for rent. If you are flexible about the location, you will find cheap houses to rent by searching a little further away from downtown, for as little as $3,570, or, if you’re willing to pay a little extra, take a look at what’s available in some of the best residential areas in town, and you’ll be surprised to find a nice selection of single-family houses renting for up to $5,400. To find the right house that fits your criteria, filter by price, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms or amenities. It may also be useful to know that the average cost to rent a single family home in Santa Cruz, CA is $4,604.

When you rent a house you can have as little or as much space as you wish

While apartments can be more limiting space wise, when you rent a house, you have a little more wiggle room (pun intended). Smaller 1 bedroom homes are perfect for a couple, 2 bedroom homes for those who need an extra bedroom for guests or for a baby, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes that are just right for families with children. Larger rental homes are also great for sharing with roommates, whether you’re looking for something close to work, close to your college campus, or just close to shopping and entertainment.