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3230 Mission Dr

371 7th Ave

909 35th Ave

311 Ocean st

Bienestar Plaza

Nueva Vista Apartments

El Centro

Gularte apartment

412 Maple St

24th Ave Apartments

Water Street Apartments

Casa Linda

Delaware Apartments

2651-2661 Fresno St

516 Chestnut St

Carol's

228 Center St

Live Oak Mobile park

Blue Bell Apartments

Trailer Haven

444 May Ave

423 Broadway

Portola Court

820 3rd St

119 Felker St

1910 Brommer St

21520 E Cliff Dr

Bell Harbor Mobile Home Park

2216 Alice St

502 Maple St

402 Dakota Ave

140 Morrissey Blvd

23727 E Cliff Dr

Opal Cliff

3225 Scriver St

Pastel Court

2735 Soquel Ave

236 Sixth

2040 Alice St

Sorrento Oaks

125-129 Market St

215 Raymond St

222 Gault St

121 Rincon St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

615 Seabright Ave

209 Kaye St

317 Raymond St

1137 E Cliff Dr
Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,112 | $1,860 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,422 | $2,479 | $4,278 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,506 | $2,695 | $7,569 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,507 | $3,495 | $6,095 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,542 | $7,085 | $8,000 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,643 | $1,150 | $4,400 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,796 | $1,200 | $7,400 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,861 | $5,895 | $7,900 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,031 | $8,695 | $9,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA?
As of today, July 27, 2026, there are currently 447 available Santa Cruz apartments priced from $1,860 to $8,000, with an average monthly rent of $3,777.
What Santa Cruz neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 21 neighborhoods in the Santa Cruz area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Outer Campbell Los Gatos with 957 listings, Elkhorn Pajaro with 627 listings, and Valley View Reed with 499 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Cruz?
There are currently 154 Studio Apartments in Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $1,860 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,112.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz ranges from $2,479 to $4,278 with an average monthly rent of $3,422.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Cruz range from $2,695 to $7,569. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,506.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.