
Apartments for Rent in the UCSC Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (162 Rentals)


St. George Apartments

NANDA ON PACIFIC

Five55

1010 Pacific

1804 Mission St

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Cypress Point

Pacific Station South

Lincoln Apartments

201 River Street Apartments
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Chestnut Street

Westmont Townhomes

306 Cliff St

235 Union St

320 Myrtle St, Unit A

41 Grandview St, Unit 906

120 Alamo Ave

219 Roberts St

528 California Ave, Unit 2

101 Green St
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318 Laurel St

116 Maple St

531 Dufour St

528 Dufour St

156 Everson Dr

502 Errett Cir

124 Torrey Pine Terrace

204 Castillion Terrace

116 Sycamore St

119 Donna Ct
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250 River St

308 River St

426 Swift St

180 Dakota Ave

126 Hunolt St

2030 N Pacific Ave

Laureate Court

West Side Santa Cruz Tri-Plex with Garages

Copa Cabanas

1507 Mission St
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817 California St

320 - 328 California Street

126-130 Toledo St

505 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

335 Felix St

231-233 Felix St

133 Walti St

230 Felix St

Jane Apartments

216-226 Felix St
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UCSC, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UCSC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCSC Studio Apartments | $3,081 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,400 | $4,278 |
| UCSC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
| UCSC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,850 | $5,850 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in UCSC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,535 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,348 | $4,200 | $7,400 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $10,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,600 | $9,600 | $9,600 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about UCSC
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the UCSC area of Santa Cruz, CA?
As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 162 available UCSC apartments priced from $2,200 to $7,500, with an average monthly rent of $3,643.
How much are Studio apartments in UCSC?
There are currently 59 Studio Apartments in UCSC with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,081.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom UCSC Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in UCSC ranges from $2,400 to $4,278 with an average monthly rent of $3,372.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in UCSC cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in UCSC range from $3,050 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,764.
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