
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (23 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Riverwalk area of Santa Cruz that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Breakers

NANDA ON PACIFIC

Five55

St. George Apartments

150-152 Leibrandt Ave
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250 River St

240 River Street

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516 Center St

Clay Residences
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108 Sycamore St

The Sands

Anton Pacific

San Lorenzo Apartments

Casa Del Rio Apartments

Lorenzo apartment

Parkview Apartments
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Cedar Street Family Apartments
Riverwalk, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwalk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwalk Studio Apartments | $3,216 | $1,860 | $3,505 |
| Riverwalk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $2,479 | $4,278 |
| Riverwalk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,772 | $2,900 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Riverwalk Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Riverwalk area of Santa Cruz, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is River Row with prices starting from $3,225 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. The Breakers scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,295. Here are the most Pet Friendly Riverwalk apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Row | 4/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $3,225 |
| The Breakers | 3.8/4 | Riverwalk | $2,295 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 3.4/4 | Beach Hill | $3,200 |
| Five55 | 3/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,940 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Riverwalk
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Riverwalk of Riverwalk is the Studio Model at St. George Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $2,200. The second cheapest Riverwalk Pet Friendly apartment is the The Breakers Studio unit at The Breakers starting at $2,295. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Riverwalk apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,295 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | $2,699 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | AT1 | $2,839 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | $2,975 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #6
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Riverwalk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Riverwalk?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Riverwalk is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Riverwalk Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Riverwalk is $3,463.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Riverwalk Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Riverwalk is a 1,330 square feet unit starting from $3,225 at River Row.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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