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River Row
414 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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NANDA ON PACIFIC
1547 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific Station South
820 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Westmont Townhomes
801 Nobel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
4497 Highway 9, Unit #A
4497 Highway 9
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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 Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,077 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,329 | $1,695 | $4,344 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,564 | $2,895 | $7,613 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,695 | $3,495 | $6,095 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $7,661 | $7,322 | $8,000 |
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Top Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA with Move-In Specials Ending This Month
Specials updated: 08-17-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top Santa Cruz, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Westmont Townhomes
1 Month FREE! Call today for more information!Expires August 31, 2026
NANDA ON PACIFIC
Sign today and score 1 month FREE when you move in this August.Expires August 31, 2026
Cypress Point
Start Your Lease on Us — No Rent Until September Move in now, pay nothing until September Call to Learn More!Expires August 18, 2026
River Row
Biggest Summer Special! Two months free rent on select apartment homes. Call or Text now!Expires August 18, 2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA
Specials updated: 08-17-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Santa Cruz, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
River Row
Biggest Summer Special! Two months free rent on select apartment homes. Call or Text now!
Cypress Point
Start Your Lease on Us — No Rent Until September Move in now, pay nothing until September Call to Learn More!
Westmont Townhomes
1 Month FREE! Call today for more information!
NANDA ON PACIFIC
Sign today and score 1 month FREE when you move in this August.
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