
Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA from $1,400 (105 Rentals)


St. George Apartments

201 River Street Apartments

The Breakers

1804 Mission St

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714 Pine St, Unit #3

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Cypress Point

Chestnut Street

1010 Pacific Apartments

Hidden Creek Apartments
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108 Sycamore St

Emerald Bay Apartments

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132 Seaview Ave, Unit 3

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Five55

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337 Alta Ave, Unit JADU

Pacific Shores

River Row

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Anton Pacific

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

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Oceanview

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The Hilltop

30th Ave Townhomes

Westmont Townhomes

41 Grandview Street, Unit #704

115 Trinity St

917 Aloha Ln

331 Mission St

2630 Portola Dr

316 Fair Ave
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205 Seaview Ave

316 Cliff St

822 Eaton St

915 40th Ave

136 Market St

515 Cayuga St

755 14th Ave, Unit 212

509 Leibrandt Ave

509 Leibrandt Ave

929 35th Ave

1200 Capitola Rd

700 26th Ave

1332 Thompson Ave

755 14th Ave

620 Columbia St

147 Southampton Ln

305 Village Cir

1320 River St

1715 Matthews Ln

15 Josefa Way
Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,070 | $1,995 | $3,415 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,486 | $1,950 | $5,545 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,643 | $2,500 | $7,500 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,816 | $3,700 | $3,933 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 153 Studio Apartments in Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $1,995 to $3,415 with an average price of $3,070.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz ranges from $1,950 to $5,545 with an average monthly rent of $3,486.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Cruz range from $2,500 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,643.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.