
Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA with Utilities Included (39 Rentals)
Apartments in Santa Cruz where your utility payments are included in your rent.


St. George Apartments

Pacific Shores

1010 Pacific Apartments

201 River Street Apartments

Emerald Bay Apartments

108 Sycamore St

2190 Chanticleer Ave

711 3rd St
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Nueva Vista Apartments

Shearwater Apartments

Coronado Apartments

240 River Street

Granava Garden Apartments

Ocean Street Apartments

Corcoran Gardens Apartments

803 Laurel St

317 Spruce St
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The Palomar Inn

South Pacific Apartments

203 Laurel St

Tropicana Apartments

339 Walnut Ave

Parkview Apartments

Casa Del Rio Apartments

Bayou Townhouses

Tannery Artist Lofts
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Lorenzo apartment

Woodland Senior Apartments

Lincoln Apartments

Redwood Commons

Anchor Apartments

2232-2248 Capitola Rd

Riverview Apartments

Lagoon Beach Apartments

La Playa Apartments
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Grant Street Apartments

Soquel Village Apartments
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 with Utilities Included | $3,066 | $1,925 | $3,427 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $3,576 | $2,395 | $5,552 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $4,735 | $2,795 | $7,500 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments with Utilities Included | $3,933 | $3,933 | $3,933 |
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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, CAPopulation: 64,725
Ranked #582
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz, CA
Westlake Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Santa Cruz is at Shearwater Apartments listed at $1,795.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,120.
What is the largest Utilities Included Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,043 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at 1010 Pacific Apartments.
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