Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (40 Rentals)

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The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

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Anton Pacific
$3,193 - $6,776
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Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$2,888 - $6,926
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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property at 133 Washburn Ave

$4,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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133 Washburn Ave

Santa CruzCA95060

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Copa Cabanas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Copa Cabanas

1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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307-309 Raymond St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

307-309 Raymond St

307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seabright Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seabright Apartments

116 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

816 Riverside Ave

816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Palomar Inn
Studio Apartments

The Palomar Inn

1344 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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La Posada
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

La Posada

609 Frederick StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Santa Cruz. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Santa Cruz

How much are Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz?

There are currently 108 Studio Apartments in Central Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $1,995 to $3,490 with an average price of $3,170.

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 $3,586.

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 $4,887.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.