
Short Term Lease Luxury Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (7 Rentals)
Short Term Rental Options.
Higher End Luxurious Apartments in Santa Cruz.


Hidden Creek Apartments

Cypress Point
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Breakwater Apartments

NANDA ON PACIFIC
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,712 | $1,995 | $3,775 |
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $2,400 | $5,813 |
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,481 | $2,900 | $6,100 |
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $4,595 | $8,000 |
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Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz, CA
De Laveaga Elementary
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Getting Around Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is at Five55 listed at $2,209.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,774.
What is the largest Short-term Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,208 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at NANDA ON PACIFIC.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.