Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (24 Rentals)

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240 River Street
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240 River Street

232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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121 Rincon St
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121 Rincon St

121 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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234 High St
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234 High St

234 High StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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102 Pine Pl
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102 Pine Pl

102 Pine PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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110-112 Pine Pl
Studio Apartments

110-112 Pine Pl

110-112 Pine PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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El Centro
Studio Apartments

El Centro

1108-1110 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Chestnut St
Studio Apartments

516 Chestnut St

516 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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159 Mission St
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159 Mission St

159 Mission 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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316-318 Elm St
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316-318 Elm St

316-318 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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318 Spruce St
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318 Spruce St

318 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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320 Locust St
Studio Apartments

320 Locust St

320 Locust StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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413 Laurel St
Studio Apartments

413 Laurel St

413 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The lincoln court
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The lincoln court

315-323 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Santa Cruz Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific and is listed at 977 square feet priced from $3,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton PacificStudio-4A977 Sq Ft$3,775
201-215 River StStudio435 Sq Ft$2,169
516 Center St516 Center St350 Sq Ft$2,200
St. George ApartmentsStudio231 Sq Ft$2,200

Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Cruz Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the Studio Model starting from $2,169 at 201-215 River St. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz is currently $3,061. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
201-215 River StStudio$2,169
516 Center St516 Center St$2,200
St. George ApartmentsStudio$2,200
Anton PacificStudio-3A$3,500

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz with Studio?

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

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is $3,061.

What is the largest available Studio Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Cruz is a 977 square feet unit starting from $3,775 at Anton Pacific.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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