
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz County, CA (21 Rentals)
Apartments in Santa Cruz County with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


River Row

Five55

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Cypress Point

201 River Street Apartments

Plum Street Garden Apartments

Beach Hill Court
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317 Ocean St

125-129 Hubbard St

217 Oakland Ave

Blackbird Homes

153 E Riverside Dr

142 6th St

Shearwater Apartments
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Coronado Apartments

Seaside Studios

Live Oak Crossing

Anton Pacific

140 S Morrissey Blvd

The Terrace

Village View Aparments
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Santa Cruz County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz County Studio Apartments | $2,827 | $995 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,227 | $1,695 | $8,900 |
| Santa Cruz County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,603 | $2,350 | $9,500 |
| Santa Cruz County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,844 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Cruz County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,661 | $7,322 | $8,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz County
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Cruz County?
There are currently 284 Studio Apartments in Santa Cruz County with rent ranges from $1,550 to $3,475 with an average price of $4,632.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Cruz County Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Cruz County ranges from $1,695 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,227.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz County cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Cruz County range from $2,350 to $9,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,603.
How expensive are Santa Cruz County Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 146 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Cruz County on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $10,000 - averaging $4,844 for the location.
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

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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.