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1240 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 515-1573
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Pacific Shores

1240 Shaffer Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 515-1573
Pacific Shores in Santa Cruz, CA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $3,543-$4,989Pricing
  • 790–1,035Square Feet

Rent Specials

Cozy up and fall into your new home today! Now offering up to SIX WEEKS FREE!

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About Pacific Shores

Put yourself in the view at Pacific Shores. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, bring the California dream to you with garden-style elegance set among the redwoods, sea cliffs, and rich culture of an iconic city. Close to University of California Santa Cruz and the famed Beach Boardwalk – between the banks of the San Lorenzo River and the surf – Pacific Shores immerses you in beachfront luxury. Live among natural splendor, near everything you want and need on the Westside of Santa Cruz.

Pacific Shores is located in the Western Neighborhood and 95060 Zip code of Santa Cruz, CA. This community is professionally managed by Woodmont Real Estate Services

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Pacific Shores offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $3,543 and having 790–1,035 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Steamer Lane

    $3,693

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 817 sq ft
    Available Oct 8

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,693 October 8, 20251105817

    Unit 1105 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 1105 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,693

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,693

    Mitchell`s Cove

    $3,543

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 790 sq ft
    Available Nov 14

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,543 November 14, 20251106790

    Unit 1106 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 1106 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,543

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,543
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan 2x2

    From $3,999

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1016 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $4,989Available Now22101016
    $4,740Available Now23101016
    $4,529 October 9, 202512121016

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,999 - $4,989

    Current Available Pricing

    • $4,529 - $4,989

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Unit 2210 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 2210 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,989

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,999 - $4,989

    Unit 2310 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 2310 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,740

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,999 - $4,989

    Unit 1212 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 1212 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,529

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,999 - $4,989

    Lighthouse Point

    From $4,058

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1035 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $4,652Available Now32041035
    $4,574Available Now22061035
    $4,195Available Now83041035

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,058 - $4,652

    Current Available Pricing

    • $4,195 - $4,652

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Unit 3204 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 3204 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,652

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,058 - $4,652

    Unit 2206 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 2206 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,574

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,058 - $4,652

    Unit 8304 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unit 8304 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $4,195

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,058 - $4,652
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 206 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 2003

Lease Terms

  • 1 - 15 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Application Fee Per Applicant$49

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $75 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 80 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $75 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 80 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Parking Info and Fees

StreetiWe offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
CoverediWe offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
  • 1 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $65/Mo
Garage Parking
  • 1 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $200/Mo
Surface LotiWe offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
  • 1 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $55/Mo

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • BBQ/Picnic Area

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Picnic Area
  • Courtyard
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
Google Map

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1240 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–1:00 pm
Wednesday2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–1:00 pm
Friday2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday10:00 am–5:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Shores

Where is Pacific Shores located?

Pacific Shores is located at 1240 Shaffer Rd near the Western area of Santa Cruz, CA

What is the current rent range at Pacific Shores?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Pacific Shores currently range from $3,543 to $4,989

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Pacific Shores are
  • Monday 2:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  • Wednesday 2:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  • Friday 2:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Pacific Shores is: Cozy up and fall into your new home today! Now offering up to SIX WEEKS FREE!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Luxury 3.2

    The Luxury rating shows you how this community's high end floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Luxury rating is based on the following features:

    • Controlled Gate Access
    • Fitness Center
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Sauna
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Clubhouse
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Picnic Area
    • Courtyard
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.9
1 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Poor Management

    February 19, 2020
    The management is rude and unprofessional. I had a call with George about possibly leasing a unit and throughout the call, he kept cutting me off while he went on rambling about unrelated topics. In the end, he did not even take my contact information and decided to hang up on me for no reason.
    • Property Manager Responded

      February 25, 2020
      We're sorry to see this review of Pacific Shores. What you described does not reflect our customer service expectations. Our team will continue to work diligently to ensure that we provide exemplary customer service. When you get a moment, please contact us at 831-427-1290 and ask to speak to our community manager. Thank you.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Bay View Elementary

Santa Cruz City Elementary
1231 Bay Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (336 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
4/10

Mission Hill Middle

Santa Cruz City High
425 King Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (544 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Pacific Shores.

Big Box and Retail

Safeway

2111-2203 Mission St
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

Staples

2460 17th Ave
10 minute drive / 4.68 miles away

Kohl's

1855 41st Ave
11 minute drive / 5.26 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of California, Santa Cruz

1156 High St
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Cabrillo College

6500 Soquel Drive
16 minute drive / 7.7 miles away

Groceries

Safeway

2111-2203 Mission St
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

Whole Foods

911 Soquel Ave
6 minute drive / 2.83 miles away

Hospitals

Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility

2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 150
8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel Drive
9 minute drive / 4.64 miles away

Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz

2900 Chanticleer Avenue
10 minute drive / 4.91 miles away

Shopping Centers

Almar Shopping Center

859 Almar Ave
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

Palm Center

1701-1723 Mission St
3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

Mission Village Center

1218-1232 Mission St
4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away

Pacific Shores has 5 shopping centers within 2.2 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Santa Cruz Studio Apartments $2,698$1,400$3,995
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,286$2,400$4,924
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,503$3,000$6,100
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments $6,590$4,595$8,000

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