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Pet-Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA
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    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    2 BEDS $3,299
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    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    2 BEDS $3,299
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    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,598+
    1 BED $2,973+
    2 BEDS $3,961+
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    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $3,105+
    2 BEDS $3,099+
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    527 Frederick Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $3,275+
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    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    801 Nobel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    2 BEDS $3,975+
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    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,195+
    1 BED $2,295
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    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    3045 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    2 BEDS $3,374+
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    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
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    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
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    2090 -2092 Penasquitas Drive, Aptos, CA 95003
    2 BEDS $4,425
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    20 E Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030
    1 BED $2,600+
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    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    226 Edelen Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    121 Massol Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    909 University Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95032
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    2 BEDS $3,495
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Walk Score®: 36, Transit Score®: 31, Bike Score®: 49

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a pet-friendly apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range of a pet-friendly apartment is between $2,195 and $4,166.

How many pet-friendly rentals are available in Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?

There are 62 pet-friendly rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 15 Mar 2025.

What is the average size of a pet-friendly apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average Santa Cruz, CA pet-friendly apartment size is 608 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a pet-friendly apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

Pet-friendly apartments are usually larger and located in a community that offers pet-focused amenities.

What are the downsides of renting a pet-friendly apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

Renting a pet-friendly apartment comes with a higher rent and a pet deposit.

Look for pet friendly apartments near me

Are you looking to move into a new apartment with your furry, best friend? Are you afraid of not finding a place that allows pets? You can now look for pet-friendly apartments near you, anywhere in the U.S., check if they accept dogs or cats, and find out what is the pet deposit and pet rent. Select your favorite apartments that fit your needs and well as your pet's needs, using fiters for size, amenities and so much more.

Search in your neighborhood, ZIP code, and beyond to find the ideal apartment near you or wherever you and your pets plan on moving to. Whether it's next to a dog park, a pet store, a veterinary, or a pet friendly mall or coffee shop, you can find exactly what you are looking for right on RentCafe - let's find it now!

Renting a pet-friendly apartment in Santa Cruz, CA

Your fuzzy little bird, your soft ball-of-fur kitten or your loyal service dog are quintessential to your happiness, yet your previous landlord failed to adjust their requirements to your feelings and needs. Finding rental properties suitable for your fluffy friends in Santa Cruz, CA is indeed no easy task, as they might be considered little troublemakers. But hold on, fellow pet-parent, because we have you covered! Your pet can now share your nest, because RentCafe gives you the opportunity to search through 20 properties in Santa Cruz, CA and find pet-friendly housing that suits your needs. You can even filter the listings for cat-friendly and dog-friendly rentals separately! Affordable pet-friendly rooms are waiting for you, with prices starting from $2,195 up to $4,923. We are confident that at least one of our 55 pet-friendly units will measure up to your expectations, so you and your pet can live together happily ever after, as snug as a bug in a rug.

Santa Cruz, CA pet-friendly apartments are sometimes not so friendly

One of the major problems encountered by pet-parents has to do with breed restrictions, given that many apartments are not pit bull friendly rentals or large breed dog friendly apartments. Some properties are being extra cautious about certain breeds, because they just don’t get it that your Sparky is more than a destructive tail-wagger. So, you ask yourself “how to rent with a pit bull”? Worrying about where to you can find apartments that allow pit bulls? Even though it looks like an impossible task, it is not. RentCafe has 20 no breed restriction apartments in Santa Cruz, CA for as low as $2,195. Even though it is not easy to rent with a pit bull, your goofy best friend has nothing to worry about. In a 853 Sqft rental, your buddy won’t feel caged and cheerless, but happy like a toddler on Christmas morning. You can also contact property managers directly to see if their apartment is suitable for you and your pet.

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