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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Coastal living
  • Modern finishes
  • All new flooring
  • Nearby restaurants

Location

324 Mountain View Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA|Eastside
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Management

Millennium Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(408) 373-9319

Property Overview

Mountain View pairs a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4/10 with excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, offering competitive value and an elevated standard of living. Residents can enjoy convenient on-site laundry, modern finishes, stainless steel appliances, and coastal living, with all new flooring and abundant nearby restaurants. The area supports an active social and wellness-focused lifestyle, with extensive dining, cultural, recreation, and fitness options close by, plus a nearby top-rated high school.

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, Mountain View is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mountain View 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

  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

2 X 12 bed1 bath792 sqft$3,590 /mo1 unit availableBeautifully remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit available on a quiet, secluded street just a 3-minute walk to Seabright Beach. This bright and updated home features: -Brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances -All new flooring throughout -Fresh, modern finishes -On-site laundry -Assigned parking space Enjoy an unbeatable location close to some of Santa Cruz’s best spots — walk to nearby restaurants, the local climbing gym, and Verve Coffee Roasters. Easy bike access to downtown and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk via the pedestrian bridge or the scenic San Lorenzo River bike path. Lease Term: 1 year Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy coastal living in a convenient and peaceful neighborhood. Contact us to schedule a showing!
2 x 1 with backyard2 bed1 bath792 sqft$3,990 /mo1 unit availableNewly remodeled Downstairs 2 bed 1 bath with backyard Beautifully remodeled downstairs 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit available on a quiet, secluded street just a 3-minute walk to Seabright Beach. This bright and updated home features: -Brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances -All new flooring throughout -Fresh, modern finishes - Backyard -On-site laundry -Assigned parking space Enjoy an unbeatable location close to some of Santa Cruz’s best spots — walk to nearby restaurants, the local climbing gym, and Verve Coffee Roasters. Easy bike access to downtown and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk via the pedestrian bridge or the scenic San Lorenzo River bike path. Lease Term: 1 year Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy coastal living in a convenient and peaceful neighborhood.

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Amenities for Mountain View

Appliances

MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
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HomeApartments in Santa CruzEastside Mountain View

Newly remodeled Downstairs 2 bed 1 bath with backyard Beautifully remodeled downstairs 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit available on a quiet, secluded street just a 3-minute walk to Seabright Beach. This bright and updated home features: -Brand-new kitchen with stainless steel appliances -All new flooring throughout -Fresh, modern finishes - Backyard -On-site laundry -Assigned parking space Enjoy an unbeatable location close to some of Santa Cruz’s best spots — walk to nearby restaurants, the local climbing gym, and Verve Coffee Roasters. Easy bike access to downtown and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk via the pedestrian bridge or the scenic San Lorenzo River bike path. Lease Term: 1 year Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy coastal living in a convenient and peaceful neighborhood.


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, Mountain View is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mountain View 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 Mountain View
Price·9A 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.
Mountain View stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
Mountain View goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including microwave. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mountain View receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mountain View 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Mountain View to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Mountain View provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Mountain View is great for:

Social life

  • 194 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 47 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 60 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 47 parks nearby
  • 17 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

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 Mountain View compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Eastside

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mountain View to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Eastside.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Eastside
Santa Cruz
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,983
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Eastside
MonthMedian Rent
February 2026$2,095
March 2026$2,248

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 324 Mountain View Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$151,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $151,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,790.
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Schools near Mountain View

Gault Elementary School

1320 seabright ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

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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Neighborhood

Eastside | Santa Cruz, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Santa Cruz near 324 Mountain View Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 324 Mountain View Ave, Santa Cruz

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 324 Mountain View Ave

Santa Cruz Community Farmers Market
211 Mountain View Ave
Ocean Market & Deli
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La Plaza Market
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Beach Market
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