
Homes for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (50 Rentals)


155 Torrey Pine Ter

2308 17th Ave

318 Chestnut St, Unit Apt. 5

95 Grandview St

174 Frederick St

212 Everson Dr

755 14th Ave

822 Eaton St

1320 River St
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2435 Felt St

200 5th Ave

112 Clinton St

320 Main St

124 Torrey Pine Terrace

121 Coulson Ave

112 Alamo Ave

119 Donna Ct

4497 Highway 9, Unit #A

4555 Garnet St
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1925 46th Ave

1144 Callas Ln

815 Balboa Ave

1132 Callas Ln

4610 Garnet St

654 Redwood Rd

153 Pine Ave

3326 Fairway Dr

374 Hansen Ter

268 Bluebonnet Ln
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414 Grace Way

379 Hansen Ter

912 Lundy Ln

317 Cider Ct

26 Deerfield Dr

2607 Willowbrook Ln

507 Laverne Ave

220 Silver Leaf Dr

253 Green Meadow Dr

202 Stanford St
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119 Dardanelli Ln.

16841 Leroy Ave

116 Granada Way

125 Wood Rd

20800 4th St

14985 Quito Rd

19952 Moran Ln

113 Monte Villa Ct

21518 Almaden Rd

6701 Tannahill Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,706 | $1,125 | $5,400 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,762 | $3,200 | $8,000 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,990 | $5,995 | $8,800 |
| Santa Cruz 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,622 | $6,195 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 388 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,860 to $7,500. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz ranging from $1,085 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Cruz?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz ranges from $1,085 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,862.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Cruz?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz range from $3,933 to $4,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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