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Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,556+
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    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,100
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    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $1,580+
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    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    347 Spreckels Dr., Aptos, CA 95003
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    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
    STUDIO $2,250
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    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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Average rent in Santa Cruz, CA

$2,874/mo Santa Cruz, CA average rental price, March 2025
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Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA rent for $2,874 per month, on average.

    Santa Cruz, CA apartment rent ranges

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    Check out the average rent prices in Santa Cruz by neighborhood.

    The average monthly rent in Santa Cruz, CA is around $2,874, while the national average rent is $1,755.

    Getting around in Santa Cruz, CA

    36 /100
    Car-Dependent
    31 /100
    Some Transit
    49 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 36, Transit Score®: 31, Bike Score®: 49

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

    The price range of a studio apartment is between $1,580 and $3,030.

    How many studio apartments for rent are available in Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 23 studio rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 23 Apr 2025.

    What is the average size of a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

    The average Santa Cruz, CA studio apartment size is 304 sq. ft.

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

    Studio apartments in Santa Cruz, CA tend to be more affordable than other apartments and they have lower utility costs.

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

    One of the downsides of living in a studio apartment is the limited storage space.