
Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (276 Rentals) Page 2 of 6


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

438 Market St

Harvey West Studios

140 Hunolt St

4 Units in Santa Cruz

125-129 Hubbard St

212 Hubbard St

147 Market St

444 May Ave

125-129 Market St

River Street Place Condos

908 Ocean St

Water Street Apartments

226 Mora St

236 Mora St

140 Doyle St

340 Highland Ave

140 Morrissey Blvd

402 Dakota Ave

139 School St

135 School St

234 High St

134-146 Mccornick St

320 Dakota Ave

159 Mission St

130 Mccornick St

404 High St

611 Soquel Ave

335 Gault St

222 Gault St

401 Pennsylvania Ave

212-214 Hanover St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

Seabright Triplex

1415 Seabright Ave

320 Locust St

518 S Branciforte Ave
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 | $3,074 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,251 | $1,695 | $4,278 |
| Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,582 | $2,999 | $7,500 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $3,495 | $4,950 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,889 | $3,200 | $4,895 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,239 | $4,200 | $7,400 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Santa Cruz
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA?
As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 276 available Central Santa Cruz apartments priced from $1,695 to $7,500, with an average monthly rent of $3,560.
How much are Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz?
There are currently 104 Studio Apartments in Central Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,074.
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 $1,695 to $4,278 with an average monthly rent of $3,251.
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 $2,999 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,582.
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