Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (157 Rentals)

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Cypress Point
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$2,599 - $3,045
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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219 Roberts St

Santa CruzCA95060

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250 6th Ave
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250 6th Ave

250 6th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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413 Laurel St
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413 Laurel St

413 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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160 Park Pl
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160 Park Pl

160 Park PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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312 Ocean St
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312 Ocean St

312 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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320 Dakota Ave
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320 Dakota Ave

320 Dakota AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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438 Market St
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438 Market St

438 Market StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Cliff St
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317 Cliff St

317 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1550 30th Ave
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1550 30th Ave

1550 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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El Centro
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El Centro

1108-1110 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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21520 E Cliff Dr
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21520 E Cliff Dr

21520 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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140 Doyle St
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140 Doyle St

140 Doyle StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Opal Cliffs MHP
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Opal Cliffs MHP

890 38th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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130 Mccornick St
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130 Mccornick St

130 Mccornick StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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123 Pearl St
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123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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630 Carmel St
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630 Carmel St

630 Carmel StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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3320 Portola Dr
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3320 Portola Dr

3320 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2121 Portola Dr
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2121 Portola Dr

2121 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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2711 Soquel Ave
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2711 Soquel Ave

2711 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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3030 Elda Ln
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3030 Elda Ln

3030 Elda LnSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Porter College B
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Porter College B

1156 High StSanta Cruz, CA 95064
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The Carmel
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The Carmel

880 W Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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335 Felix St
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335 Felix St

335 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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127 Ocean St
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127 Ocean St

127 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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159 Mission St
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159 Mission St

159 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Santa Cruz Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 25, 2026

There are currently 347 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $995 to $3,505. Western, Westside and Central Santa Cruz are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Western26$3,100$995
Westside26$3,100$995
Central Santa Cruz25$3,100$2,200
Ocean Street25$3,100$2,200
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk25$3,100$2,200
Beach Flats24$3,100$2,200
King Street24$3,100$2,200
Neary Lagoon24$3,100$2,200
UCSC24$3,100$2,200
Riverwalk22$3,200$2,200

Largest Available Santa Cruz Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood and is 572 square feet priced from $3,285. River Row has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 477 square feet and currently listed start at $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton PacificStudio-1E572 Sq Ft$3,285
River RowS1477 Sq Ft$3,100
Cypress PointResidence 1440 Sq Ft$2,606
Five55Studio440 Sq Ft$3,000
NANDA ON PACIFICStudio421 Sq Ft$2,915
Pacific Station SouthStudio401 Sq FtCall for Rates
Clay ResidencesStudio400 Sq Ft$2,995
1010 PacificH1 - 0x1385 Sq Ft$2,829
The BreakersThe Breakers310 Sq Ft$2,295
St. George ApartmentsStudio231 Sq Ft$2,200

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Studio Apartments

As of August 25, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,200 at St. George Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz Studio is the The Breakers Model at The Breakers starting at $2,295 in the Ocean Street neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $3,085. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
St. George ApartmentsStudio$2,200
The BreakersThe Breakers$2,295
Cypress PointResidence 1$2,606
1010 PacificH1 - 0x1$2,829
NANDA ON PACIFICStudio$2,915
River RowS6$2,995
Clay ResidencesStudio$2,995
Five55Studio$3,000
Anton PacificStudio-1E$3,285

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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, CA
Population: 64,725

Ranked #582

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa Cruz is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,085.

What is the largest available Studio Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 572 square feet unit starting from $3,285 at Anton Pacific.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Cruz is currently 431 sq ft.

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