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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • One off-street parking spot
  • All utilities and internet included

Location

1016 Columbia St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Westside
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Property Overview

1016 Columbia Street is a highly rated rental option, earning an 8.1/10 overall with especially strong scores for price (9/10), location (9/10), amenities (8/10), and trustworthiness (8/10). Residents benefit from excellent value per square foot, a detailed listing with 11 photos, nearby schools, and access to groceries and public transit. The area is well-suited for an active social life and environmentally conscious living, with 182 restaurants, 53 parks within a mile, and strong walkability and transit options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1016 Columbia Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1016 Columbia Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1016 Columbia Street1 bed1.5 bath1,100 sqftFurnished 1-bed,1-bath in a two bedroom house. The whole house is yours, however the owner, a single woman in her 70’s and her family use the garage, second bedroom, and second bath with their own direct entrances, a couple times a month. But do not come inside the house nor use the kitchen. Location: Lower-Westside Occupancy: The bedroom is furnished with one queen bed, so this is best suited for a two people sharing a bed. Utilities: All utilities and Internet included. Parking: One off-street parking spot and lots of street parking. Storage: Bikes and surfboards may be stored in the backyard but there is no other storage. Please write back and tell me as much as you can about yourself. If you seem like a good fit, I will reach out and make offer you an appointment to see the house.

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Amenities for 1016 Columbia Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1945
Lease terms12+ months
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About 1016 Columbia Street

HomeApartments in Santa CruzWestside 1016 Columbia Street

Furnished 1-bed,1-bath in a two bedroom house. The whole house is yours, however the owner, a single woman in her 70’s and her family use the garage, second bedroom, and second bath with their own direct entrances, a couple times a month. But do not come inside the house nor use the kitchen. Location: Lower-Westside Occupancy: The bedroom is furnished with one queen bed, so this is best suited for a two people sharing a bed. Utilities: All utilities and Internet included. Parking: One off-street parking spot and lots of street parking. Storage: Bikes and surfboards may be stored in the backyard but there is no other storage. Please write back and tell me as much as you can about yourself. If you seem like a good fit, I will reach out and make offer you an appointment to see the house.


Year Built: 1945

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1016 Columbia Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1016 Columbia Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1016 Columbia Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1016 Columbia Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1016 Columbia Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1016 Columbia Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1016 Columbia Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1016 Columbia Street is great for:

Eco living

  • 53 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area

Social life

  • 182 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 53 parks and recreation options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1016 Columbia Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 495 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Westside
Santa Cruz
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,100
July 2024$2,400
August 2024$2,210
September 2024$2,250
October 2024$2,144
November 2024$2,078
December 2024$1,772
January 2025$1,925
February 2025$2,225
March 2025$1,805
April 2025$1,848
May 2025$1,989
June 2025$1,948
July 2025$1,890
August 2025$2,147
September 2025$2,058
October 2025$1,894
November 2025$2,003
December 2025$2,143
January 2026$2,207
February 2026$2,372
March 2026$2,723
April 2026$2,880
May 2026$2,560
June 2026$2,250
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Schools near 1016 Columbia Street

Bay View Elementary School

1231 bay st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-5Public
B

Alternative Family Education

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-12Public
B

Monarch Community Elementary School

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-5Public

Santa Cruz County Special Education

400 encinal st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-12Public

Happy Valley Elementary School

3125 branciforte dr

santa cruz, CA, 95065

K-6Public
A
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Getting around Santa Cruz near 1016 Columbia St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1016 Columbia St, Santa Cruz

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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