235 Union St
Santa CruzCA95060
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,000 (3 Rentals)
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2030 N Pacific Ave
Santa CruzCA95060
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250 River St
Santa CruzCA95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,725 | $2,250 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Cruz area is the $5.82 price per square foot Studio-1E Model at Anton Pacific in the in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood starting from $3,328. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Cruz apartment is the Residence A1 Model at 1010 Pacific Apartments starting at $3,178 with a $5.70 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.82 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
| River Row | S7 | Studio ,1BA | $7.52 |
| The Palomar Inn | Palomar Inn -SRO | Studio ,1BA | $6.76 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Cruz
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Santa Cruz?
There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,860 to $7,500. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Santa Cruz ranging from $2,000 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Santa Cruz ranges from $2,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,758.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.