Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (3 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Anton Pacific
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$3,440 - $5,515Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy two months free and pay no rent until 2026! *Restrictions May Apply
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Anton Pacific

818 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Top Santa Cruz Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 10-15-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Santa Cruz, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

1010 Pacific Apartments

Cozy up and fall into your new home today! Now offering up to SIX WEEKS FREE!Expires 10-16-2025

Anton Pacific

Enjoy two months free and pay no rent until 2026! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 10-16-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA

Specials updated: 10-15-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

1010 Pacific Apartments

Cozy up and fall into your new home today! Now offering up to SIX WEEKS FREE!Expires 10-16-2025

Anton Pacific

Enjoy two months free and pay no rent until 2026! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 10-16-2025

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #9

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is at 201-215 River St listed at $2,169.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is $3,568.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Cruz is a 1,305 square feet unit starting from $3,440 at Anton Pacific.

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