The Sands Apartments

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The Sands

304 Cliff St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1–2 Bedrooms
418–609 Square 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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Office Hours

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	10:00 am–4:00 pm
Sunday	Closed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

1 Bedroom
1 bed 1 bath
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 418 sq ft

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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable 1 bed 1 bath 418 sq ft
Apartment Model: 1 bed 1 bath1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 418 sq ftUnavailable
1 bed 1 bath - Floorplan
2 Bedrooms
2 bed 1 bath
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 487-609 sq ft
Available Now
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map Photos View Details
Available Now 05 609 View Details Below
October 16, 2026 21 487 View Details Below
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Apartment Model: 2 bed 1 bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 487-609 sq ftAvailable Now
2 bed 1 bath - Floorplan
Apartment Unit: 05Apartment Model: 2 bed 1 bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 21Apartment Model: 2 bed 1 bath2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 487 sq ftAvailable October 16, 2026
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Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	1 bed 1 bath	418 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	Photos	View Details
Available Now	05	609			View Details Below
October 16, 2026	21	487			View Details Below

Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

Lease Terms

6, 9, 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application: Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$52.00
Due at Move-In: Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

2 Pet Limit

Restrictions:

None

Comments: 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.

Dogs

2 Pet Limit

Restrictions:

None

Comments: 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.

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Loti

1 Max

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*

Getting Around

50 / 100 Fairly walkable
Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance
50 / 100 Some public transit
Transit is available for most trips
80 / 100 Very Bikeable
Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation
80 / 100 Very car friendly
Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

80 / 100 Restaurants
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes
70 / 100 Cafes
Variety of cafés within a few minutes
90 / 100 Nightlife
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes
70 / 100 Shopping
Several shops within a few minutes
40 / 100 Noise Level
Some sources of noise nearby

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Nearby Schools

Harbor High School

Santa Cruz City High School District

300 La Fonda Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1013 Students)

In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Santa Cruz High School

Santa Cruz City High School District

415 Walnut Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1093 Students)

In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Bay View Elementary School

Santa Cruz City Elementary School District

1231 Bay Street

Public School - Grades K-5 (394 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Mission Hill Middle

Santa Cruz City High School District

425 King Street

Public School - Grades 6-8 (510 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

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	$3,077	$2,200	$3,475
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,341	$1,695	$4,343
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments	$4,594	$2,895	$7,613
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,664	$3,495	$6,095
Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments	$7,661	$7,322	$8,000
2 Bedroom Homes	$3,830	$3,200	$4,895
3 Bedroom Homes	$4,994	$4,200	$7,400
4 Bedroom Homes	$7,823	$5,895	$10,000+
5 Bedroom Homes	$9,600	$9,600	$9,600