Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (45 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Cruz that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,529 | $1,875 | $3,200 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $1,895 | $4,944 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,270 | $2,725 | $6,122 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,557 | $2,995 | $8,000 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA
There are currently 3201 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Santa Cruz, CA area.The three Santa Cruz neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Western, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Central Santa Cruz. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Santa Cruz Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western | 4/4 | 94 | $7,900 |
| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk | 4/4 | 80 | $7,900 |
| Central Santa Cruz | 4/4 | 74 | $7,900 |
| Ocean Street | 4/4 | 66 | $3,930 |
| Neary Lagoon | 4/4 | 64 | $4,549 |
| Beach Flats | 4/4 | 63 | $4,549 |
| King Street | 4/4 | 59 | $7,900 |
| UCSC | 4/4 | 59 | $7,900 |
| Riverwalk | 4/4 | 48 | $4,648 |
| Seabright | 4/4 | 48 | $4,598 |
Pet Friendliest Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent
The Santa Cruz Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is 108 Sycamore St in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. The Breakers in the Riverwalk neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Santa Cruz apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 Sycamore St | 4/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,700 |
| The Breakers | 3.8/4 | Riverwalk | $2,295 |
| The Hilltop | 3.4/4 | Western | $3,545 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 3.2/4 | Western | $4,175 |
| Anton Pacific | 3/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $3,778 |
| Five55 | 3/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,965 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Santa Cruz, CA
The lowest priced Santa Cruz apartment at a property that allows pets is the The Breakers Studio Model at The Breakers in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second cheapest Santa Cruz Pet Friendly apartment is the Residence 1 Model at Cypress Point, which is a Studio starting at $2,499 in the Escolona neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Cruz apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,295 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | $2,499 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,706 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | $2,850 |
| Five55 | Studio | $2,965 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | AT2 | $3,136 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | $3,350 |
| The Hilltop | A4 | $3,545 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $4,175 |
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-3A | $4,549 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Cruz is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,648.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,240 square feet unit starting from $3,778 at Anton Pacific.
What is the average size for Santa Cruz Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Santa Cruz is currently at 567 sq ft.
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