
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (45 Rentals)
Apartments in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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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 | $2,900 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,494 | $2,200 | $5,095 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,845 | $3,185 | $6,043 |
Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,916 | $4,850 | $4,950 |
Central Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,025 | $5,400 | $6,650 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Getting Around the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Santa Cruz
How much are Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz?
There are currently 46 Studio Apartments in Central Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $1,602 to $4,020 with an average price of $4,436.
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 $2,200 to $5,095 with an average monthly rent of $3,494.
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 $3,185 to $6,043. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,845.
How expensive are Central Santa Cruz Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 36 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Santa Cruz on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,850 to $4,950 - averaging $4,916 for the location.
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