The Sands Apartments

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The Sands

304 Cliff St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1–2 Bedrooms
418–487Square Feet

About The Sands

Welcome home to The Sands in sunny Santa Cruz, California. You will find our beautiful community located just steps to world class surfing locations, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, shopping centers and restaurants. We are an easy commute to Silicon Valley and major schools such as UCSC and Cabrillo College. Whether it is going downtown, relaxing at one of the sunny beaches in Santa Cruz or strolling along the San Lorenzo River, you will always be close to home! The Sands is a gated community with classic Santa Cruz beach bungalow charm. If you are looking for a pet friendly community in Santa Cruz, look no further! Now your pet has the opportunity to relax by your side and enjoy all the comforts of your home.

The Sands is located in the Beach Hill Neighborhood and 95060 Zip code of Santa Cruz, CA.

Unique Features and Amenities

Beautiful Wood Look Flooring*
Bike Rack
Bilingual Management
Bungalow Charm
Close To Shopping & Entertainment
Credit cards accepted
Electronic Payments Accepted
Established Landscape
Exterior Lighting
Flexible Lease Terms
Ice Cold Refrigerators & Freezers
Minutes From The Beach
Modern Fixtures*
Modern Upgrades
Online Payments Available
Premium Plank Flooring*
Private Patio In Select Homes
Resident events
Security Lighting
Steps From World Famous Beach Boardwalk
Sunny Skylight in Select Homes
Two-Toned Updated Paint*
Unique Upgrades*

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Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

1 Bedroom
1 bed 1 bath
$2,825
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 418 sq ft
Available Nov 22
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map Photos
$2,825 November 22, 2025 12 418
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Model Rent and Fees
Price
$2,825
Apartment Model: 1 bed 1 bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 418 sq ftAvailable November 22, 2025
1 bed 1 bath - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: 12Apartment Model: 1 bed 1 bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 418 sq ftAvailable November 22, 2025
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2 Bedrooms
2 bed 1 bath
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 487 sq ft

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Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable 2 bed 1 bath 487 sq ft
Apartment Model: 2 bed 1 bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 487 sq ftUnavailable
2 bed 1 bath - Floorplan 1

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	Photos
$2,825	November 22, 2025	12	418

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	2 bed 1 bath	487 sq ft

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.

Property Information

22 Units
1 Story
Built in 1935

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Lease Terms

6, 9, 12 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

Administrative Fee$0
Application Fee Per Applicant$52

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

2 Pet Limit
Fees Not Specified

Restrictions: None

A maximum of two animals per apartment will be allowed with an additional deposit and fees. For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office. | Restrictions: None

Cats

2 Pet Limit
Fees Not Specified

Restrictions: None

A maximum of two animals per apartment will be allowed with an additional deposit and fees. For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office. | Restrictions: None

Parking Info and Fees

Surface LotiAcross the street 1 Max, Assigned Parking $50/Mo
Covered
Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

Beautiful Wood Look Flooring*
Bike Rack
Bilingual Management
Bungalow Charm
Close To Shopping & Entertainment
Credit cards accepted
Electronic Payments Accepted
Established Landscape
Exterior Lighting
Flexible Lease Terms
Ice Cold Refrigerators & Freezers
Minutes From The Beach
Modern Fixtures*
Modern Upgrades
Online Payments Available
Premium Plank Flooring*
Private Patio In Select Homes
Resident events
Security Lighting
Steps From World Famous Beach Boardwalk
Sunny Skylight in Select Homes
Two-Toned Updated Paint*
Unique Upgrades*

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now

Currently Closed

By Appointment

Monday	9:00 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday	9:00 am–5:30 pm
Wednesday	9:00 am–5:30 pm
Thursday	9:00 am–5:30 pm
Friday	9:00 am–5:30 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Scores provided by Walk Score.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0

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Nearby Schools

Harbor High

Santa Cruz City High

300 La Fonda Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1023 Students)

In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Santa Cruz High

Santa Cruz City High

415 Walnut Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1092 Students)

In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Bay View Elementary

Santa Cruz City Elementary

1231 Bay Street

Public School - Grades K-5 (336 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Mission Hill Middle

Santa Cruz City High

425 King Street

Public School - Grades 6-8 (544 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

School data provided by GreatSchools.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Sands.

Big Box and Retail

Safeway

2111-2203 Mission St

4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Staples

2460 17th Ave

5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

Kohl's

1855 41st Ave

6 minute drive / 2.96 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of California, Santa Cruz

1156 High St

5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

Cabrillo College

6500 Soquel Drive

11 minute drive / 5.39 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

911 Soquel Ave

2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away

Safeway

2111-2203 Mission St

4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Hospitals

Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility

2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 150

5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel Drive

5 minute drive / 2.36 miles away

Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz

2900 Chanticleer Avenue

5 minute drive / 2.62 miles away

The Sands has 5 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Santa Cruz Studio Apartments	$2,644	$1,400	$3,775
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,269	$2,350	$4,278
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments	$4,382	$2,800	$6,122
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments	$5,966	$3,933	$8,000
Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments	$8,200	$8,200	$8,200