
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (100 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Santa Cruz with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


201 River Street Apartments

306 Cliff St

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Cypress Point

Emerald Bay Apartments

Hidden Creek Apartments

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1015 N Branciforte Ave, Unit # B

1010 Pacific

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135 Camino del Sol, Unit 135A

NANDA ON PACIFIC
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Chestnut Street

River Row

1804 Mission St

Five55

Oceanview

Thurber Apartments

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The Hilltop

921 Western Dr, Unit A

Pacific Shores

Westmont Townhomes
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116 Maple St

320 Soquel Ave

156 Everson Dr

155 Felker St, Unit 20

101 Green St

834 Paget Ave

2895 Capitola Rd

318 Laurel St

3387 Mission Dr

250 River St
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528 California Ave, Unit 2

308 River St

1792 Halterman Ave

508 Caledonia St

1546 Broadway

320 Myrtle St, Unit A

528 Dufour St

1654 Chanticleer Ave

755 14th Ave

1212 Chanticleer Ave
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822 Eaton St

204 Castillion Terrace

203 Seaview Ave

41 Grandview St, Unit 906

1798 Halterman Ave

502 Errett Cir

308 Cypress Ave

79 S Branciforte Ave

200 5th Ave

135 Market St
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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 Luxury Studio Apartments | $3,076 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $1,695 | $4,295 |
| Santa Cruz Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,562 | $2,895 | $7,613 |
| Santa Cruz Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,664 | $3,495 | $6,095 |
| Santa Cruz Luxury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,661 | $7,322 | $8,000 |
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Santa Cruz Overview
Known across the globe for its famed redwood trees and sweeping ocean views, Santa Cruz is a darling city of the California scene. Home to plenty of historic hot spots as well as an inviting downtown mixture of nightlife and retail shopping, this west coast destination should be on the 'must-consider' list for anyone seriously considering a move to Cali.
Why live in Santa Cruz, CA?
Why in the world not? Easily one of the most in-demand locales of the entire west coast, life in a Santa Cruz apartment for rent is about as good as it gets. Flush with area schools and plenty of employers such as Plantronics, this forward-thinking and environmentally-conscious hotspot is a fantastic place to call home.
Santa Cruz, CAPopulation: 64,725
Ranked #582
in US Census Population by City
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Westlake Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 154 Studio Apartments in Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,076.
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 $1,695 to $4,295 with an average monthly rent of $3,338.
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 $2,895 to $7,613. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,562.
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