
Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (261 Rentals)


River Row

NANDA ON PACIFIC

Five55

The Breakers

St. George Apartments

1010 Pacific Apartments

1804 Mission St

201 River Street Apartments

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Anton Pacific
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150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Chestnut Street

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Cypress Point

Seaside Studios

108 Sycamore St

The Palomar Inn

711 Hanover St

171 Palo Verde Ter, Unit Condo, Unit Condo

101 Peach Terrace, Unit BR2

174 Frederick St
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106 Jacobs Ln

116 Maple St

314 Chestnut St

306 Sims Rd

1320 River St

1322 River St

357 Lee St

121 Coulson Ave

239 Majors St

145 Myrtle St

124 Torrey Pine Terrace

322 Trescony St

168 Everson Dr

Baytree Apartments

2030 N Pacific Ave

Modular Condo Project

622 Pine

175 Brook Knoll Dr

Pogonip Terrace Apartments

153 Lee St

710 Emeline Ave

157 Lee St

1816-1820 Ocean St

Ocean Street Townhomes

103-113 Grant St

129 Grant St

217 Berry St

217 Berry

119 Felker St

219 Fern St
Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,136 | $1,860 | $4,092 |
| Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,507 | $2,395 | $5,552 |
| Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,062 | $2,985 | $7,500 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,207 | $3,615 | $4,800 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with a son or daughter (or both!), location matters. Amongst all of the communities in Santa Cruz, Central Santa Cruz has emerged as one of our preferred communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, trails and recreation, and having the best-regarded education and schools available.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have furry friends? This area has now become known as amongst the finest communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Santa Cruz
How much are Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz?
There are currently 107 Studio Apartments in Central Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $1,860 to $4,092 with an average price of $3,136.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Santa Cruz ranges from $2,395 to $5,552 with an average monthly rent of $3,507.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Santa Cruz cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Santa Cruz range from $2,985 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,062.
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