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Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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NANDA ON PACIFIC
1547 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Hilltop
363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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337 Alta Ave, Unit JADU, Unit JADU
337 Alta AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Breakwater Apartments
1630 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Landing at Capitola
3045 Capitola AveCapitola, CA 95010
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $3,124 | $1,775 | $3,490 |
| Santa Cruz Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,588 | $2,395 | $5,552 |
| Santa Cruz Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,813 | $2,795 | $7,500 |
| Santa Cruz Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $3,933 | $3,933 |
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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.
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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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What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is at The Breakers listed at $2,295.
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The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,787.
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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.
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