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Highlights

  • Central location
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • All new laminate flooring
  • No smoking
  • Large private patio and back yard

Location

2256 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
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Management

Fireside Property Management

Leasing office

(408) 689-7759

Property Overview

Capitola Road presents a compelling option for renters, highlighted by its central location and diverse amenities, including onsite laundry and a spacious private patio. The property enjoys an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4, with exceptional scores for price, location, and amenities, reflecting a favorable balance of value. Furthermore, it is ideal for those seeking a vibrant social atmosphere, with numerous restaurants and accessible areas nearby, contributing to an elevated quality of life.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$3,195–$3,395 /mo2 units availableGround floor 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment located in a nice 16 unit complex on Capitola Ave. This apartment features a new kitchen including cabinets, granite counters, new appliances and fixtures. All new laminate flooring in the living area's and carpet in the bedrooms. Freshly painted throughout. Professionally cleaned and ready for immediate occupancy. Large private patio and back yard, 1 assigned parking space and 1 open space. Onsite laundry facilities. Easy access to highway 1, lots of local shopping and restaurants. Ideal central location! Water and garbage included in the rent. No pets. No Smoking. Tenant insurance required. Application fee is $45. Easy application process on our website at www firesidepm com We are a property management company located in San Jose, CA. Please be aware of frauds and scams. We will never ask for funds in advance or to wire any money. We will meet you at the property to personally show you the home. CA DRE 01862268

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Capitola Road

HomeApartments in Santa Cruz Capitola Road

Ground floor 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment located in a nice 16 unit complex on Capitola Ave. This apartment features a new kitchen including cabinets, granite counters, new appliances and fixtures. All new laminate flooring in the living area's and carpet in the bedrooms. Freshly painted throughout. Professionally cleaned and ready for immediate occupancy. Large private patio and back yard, 1 assigned parking space and 1 open space. Onsite laundry facilities. Easy access to highway 1, lots of local shopping and restaurants. Ideal central location! Water and garbage included in the rent. No pets. No Smoking. Tenant insurance required. Application fee is $45. Easy application process on our website at www firesidepm com We are a property management company located in San Jose, CA. Please be aware of frauds and scams. We will never ask for funds in advance or to wire any money. We will meet you at the property to personally show you the home. CA DRE 01862268


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

Capitola Road is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 319 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 100 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 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 Capitola Road compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Santa Cruz

2-bedroom apartments at Capitola Road cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Santa Cruz
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,874
May 2024$1,975
June 2024$1,970
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$2,211

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Can I afford to live at 2256 Capitola Rd?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$127,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $127,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,195.
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Schools near Capitola Road

Live Oak Elementary School

1916 capitola rd

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-5Public
B

Ocean Alternative Education Center

984 bostwick ln ste 6

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-8Public
B

Alternative Family Education

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-12Public
B
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Santa Cruz near 2256 Capitola Rd

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
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 2256 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
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

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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