235 Union St
Santa CruzCA95060
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514 Broadway
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seaside Studios
108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Granava Garden Apartments
657 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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The Palomar Inn
1344 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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240 River Street
232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Coronado Apartments
133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Shearwater Apartments
2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Harbor Walk at Swan Lake
755 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Seabright Apartments
116 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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307-309 Raymond St
307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
4497 Highway 9, Unit #A
4497 Highway 9
FeltonCA95018
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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $3,002 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,295 | $1,695 | $4,295 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $4,647 | $2,895 | $7,830 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $4,526 | $2,595 | $7,500 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $7,661 | $7,322 | $8,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 156 Studio Apartments in Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,002.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz ranges from $1,695 to $4,295 with an average monthly rent of $3,295.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Cruz range from $2,895 to $7,830. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,647.
How expensive are Santa Cruz Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Cruz on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $7,500 - averaging $4,526 for the location.
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