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Highlights

  • Private balcony
  • Modern comfort
  • Updated kitchen
  • Spacious living and dining areas
  • Attached two-car garage
  • Open and airy living spaces

Location

300 Plateau Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Westside
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Management

Sherman and Boone Real Estate

Leasing office

(831) 243-6623

Property Overview

300 Plateau Ave offers modern comfort with an updated kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, open and airy layouts, a private balcony, and an attached two-car garage. It stands out for its blend of practical features and comfortable living spaces.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 300 Plateau Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 300 Plateau Ave 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

  • Fireplace
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Santa Cruz, CA - Single Family Home - $5,495.00 Available October 20263 bed2 bath1,834 sqft$5,495 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 300 Plateau Avenue! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,834 square feet of comfortable living space in a desirable Westside Santa Cruz location. The home features bright living areas, an updated kitchen, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private balcony overlooking the backyard. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with space for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening, plus an attached two-car garage for parking and additional storage. The location is a major highlight, with convenient access to West Cliff Drive, local beaches and surf spots, Downtown Santa Cruz, and the shops, restaurants, coffee spots, grocery stores, and everyday amenities throughout the Westside and along Mission Street. A great opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with the best of Santa Cruzs Westside close by. Rent: $5,495/month. Security deposit is one month's rent equivalent. Tenant is responsible for all utilities and trash service. Listed by: High Tide Real Estate Sherman & Boone - 00529069 Kaicie McMurray - 01827412

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Amenities for 300 Plateau Ave

Apartment Amenities

Attached GarageBalcony
FireplaceHardwood Floor
Recessed LightingWalk-in Closet
Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
Private BackyardStorage

Other

Storage Available
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 300 Plateau Ave

HomeApartments in Santa CruzWestside 300 Plateau Ave

Spacious 3 Bedroom Home Westside Santa Cruz Welcome to 300 Plateau Avenue! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,834 square feet of comfortable living space in a desirable Westside Santa Cruz location. The home features bright living areas, an updated kitchen, and a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private balcony overlooking the backyard. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with space for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening, plus an attached two-car garage for parking and additional storage. The location is a major highlight, with convenient access to West Cliff Drive, local beaches and surf spots, Downtown Santa Cruz, and the shops, restaurants, coffee spots, grocery stores, and everyday amenities throughout the Westside and along Mission Street. A great opportunity to enjoy comfortable living with the best of Santa Cruzs Westside close by. Rent: $5,495/month. Security deposit is one month's rent equivalent. No pets allowed Tenant is responsible for all utilities and trash service. Listed by: High Tide Real Estate Sherman & Boone - 00529069 Kaicie McMurray - 01827412Sorry.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 300 Plateau Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 300 Plateau Ave 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 300 Plateau Ave
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.
300 Plateau Ave 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·10A 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.
300 Plateau Ave stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
300 Plateau Ave 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 300 Plateau Ave 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.

300 Plateau Ave is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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 300 Plateau Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Westside

3-bedroom apartments at 300 Plateau Ave cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Westside.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Westside
Santa Cruz
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,786
November 2024$2,547
December 2024$2,421
January 2025$2,498
February 2025$2,454
March 2025$2,486
April 2025$2,479
May 2025$2,605
June 2025$2,822
July 2025$2,764
August 2025$2,719
September 2025$2,560
October 2025$2,504
November 2025$2,474
December 2025$2,405
January 2026$2,505
February 2026$2,746
March 2026$2,674
April 2026$2,642
May 2026$2,529
June 2026$2,585
July 2026$2,586
August 2026$2,584
September 2026$2,498
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Westside
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$3,253
November 2024$3,116
December 2024$2,921
January 2025$3,107
February 2025$2,778
March 2025$2,746
April 2025$2,905
May 2025$2,822
June 2025$2,849
July 2025$2,944
August 2025$2,923
September 2025$2,810
October 2025$2,602
November 2025$2,790
December 2025$2,737
January 2026$2,783
February 2026$2,843
March 2026$2,711
April 2026$2,637
May 2026$2,390
June 2026$2,700
July 2026$2,481
August 2026$2,525
September 2026$2,700

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$219,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $219,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,495.
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Schools near 300 Plateau Ave

Bay View Elementary School

1231 bay st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-5Public
B

Santa Cruz County Special Education

400 encinal st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-12Public

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

Happy Valley Elementary School

3125 branciforte dr

santa cruz, CA, 95065

K-6Public
A
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Neighborhood

Westside | Santa Cruz, CA

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

Getting around Santa Cruz near 300 Plateau Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 300 Plateau Ave, Santa Cruz

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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