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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Coastal living
  • Seasonal swimming pool
  • Freeway access

Location

1945 42nd Ave, Capitola, CA 95010, USA
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Management

Main Street Realtors, Inc

Leasing office

(831) 257-3492 ext. 2

Property Overview

Casa Capitola receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, reflecting its appeal for renters with competitive pricing (10/10) and impressive amenities (8/10). Its prime location achieves a score of 9/10, featuring excellent access to transportation, schools, and a vibrant social scene, supported by walkable accessibility and proximity to 171 restaurants. Additionally, the property maintains a high trustworthiness rating of 8/10, ensuring transparency in its offerings and management.

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, Casa Capitola is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Casa Capitola 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

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath500 sqft$2,875 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment in Capitola. Close to everything Capitola. The complex has a seasonal swimming pool and laundry on site. One parking spot.

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Amenities for Casa Capitola

Appliances

Refrigerator & Stove

Services

Water & Garbage
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One-time. Refundable.

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About Casa Capitola

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2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment in Capitola. Close to everything Capitola. The complex has a seasonal swimming pool and laundry on site. One parking spot.


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, Casa Capitola is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Casa Capitola 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 Casa Capitola
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.
Casa Capitola 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, Casa Capitola 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.
Casa Capitola 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 Casa Capitola 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.

Casa Capitola is great for:

Social life

  • 171 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 372 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Casa Capitola compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Capitola

2-bedroom apartments at Casa Capitola cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Capitola.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Capitola
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Capitola
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,596
April 2024$2,470
May 2024$2,608
June 2024$2,437
July 2024$2,295
August 2024$2,353
September 2024$2,562
October 2024$2,822
November 2024$2,935
December 2024$2,737
January 2025$2,759
February 2025$2,821
March 2025$2,793
April 2025$2,600
May 2025$2,636
June 2025$2,771
July 2025$2,450
August 2025$2,426
September 2025$2,335
October 2025$2,363
November 2025$2,492
December 2025$2,862
January 2026$3,148
February 2026$2,675

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$115,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $115,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,875.
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Schools near Casa Capitola

Soquel Elementary School

2700 porter st

soquel, CA, 95073

K-5Public
B

Main Street Elementary School

3400 n main st

soquel, CA, 95073

K-5Public
A-

Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

8005 winkle ave

santa cruz, CA, 95065

K-5Public
B

Mountain Elementary School

3042 old san jose rd

soquel, CA, 95073

K-6Public
A

Happy Valley Elementary School

3125 branciforte dr

santa cruz, CA, 95065

K-6Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Capitola near 1945 42nd Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1945 42nd Ave, Capitola

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1945 42nd Ave

Whole Foods Market
1710 41st Ave
New Leaf Community Markets
1475 41st Ave
Trader Joe's
3555 Clares St
Nob Hill Foods
809 Bay Ave
Grocery Outlet
1210 41st Ave

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