Apartments for Rent by Owner in Santa Cruz, CA (6 Rentals)

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129 Grant St, Unit 2
$3,250

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Base Rent$3,250

Total Monthly Price$3,250
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

129 Grant St, Unit 2

129 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
property at 5715 Empire Grade
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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5715 Empire Grade

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 1030 El Dorado Ave
$995

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Base Rent$995

Total Monthly Price$995
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1030 El Dorado Ave

Santa CruzCA95062

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property at 320 Myrtle St
$3,500

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Base Rent$3,500

Total Monthly Price$3,500
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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320 Myrtle St, Unit A

320 Myrtle St
Santa CruzCA95060
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property at 312 Spruce St
$4,150

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Base Rent$4,150

Total Monthly Price$4,150
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 23

312 Spruce St

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 4497 Highway 9
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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4497 Highway 9, Unit #A

4497 Highway 9
FeltonCA95018
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Santa Cruz, CA
Population: 64,725

Ranked #582

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Santa Cruz?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Cruz is at 129 Grant St, Unit 2 listed at $3,250.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,250.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 960 square feet unit starting from $3,250 at 129 Grant St, Unit 2.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Santa Cruz is currently at 960 sq ft.

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