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River Row
414 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1547 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1010 Pacific
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific Station South
820 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Lincoln Apartments
316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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201 River Street Apartments
201 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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320 Myrtle St, Unit A
320 Myrtle St
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2030 N Pacific Ave
2030 N Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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320 Locust St
320 Locust StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Chestnut St
516 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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520 Chestnut St
520 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The lincoln court
315-323 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Gularte apartment
1114-1116 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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El Centro
1108-1110 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Washington Tersace
715 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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110-112 Pine Pl
110-112 Pine PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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121 Rincon St
121 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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159 Mission St
159 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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210-214 Elm St
210-214 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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135 School St
135 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Nelson Apartments
112 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-318 Elm St
316-318 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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139 School St
139 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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146 Chrystal Ter
146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Apartments
317-325 Walnut AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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412 Maple St
412 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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205 Maple St
205 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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431 Washington St
431 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Marel Apt
320 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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502 Maple St
502 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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318 Laurel St
318 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220-224 Laurel St
220-224 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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515 Maple St
515 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laurel
221 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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510 Laurel St
510 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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307-309 Laurel St
307-309 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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413 Laurel St
413 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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620 Laurel St
620 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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318 Spruce St
318 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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236 Mora St
236 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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River Street Place Condos
308 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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226 Mora St
226 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,163 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,474 | $2,400 | $4,278 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,516 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Cruz
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA?
As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 60 available Downtown Santa Cruz apartments priced from $2,200 to $7,500, with an average monthly rent of $3,742.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz?
There are currently 24 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,163.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz ranges from $2,400 to $4,278 with an average monthly rent of $3,474.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Santa Cruz range from $3,050 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,516.
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