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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Cozy fireplace
  • Sleek kitchen
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • Laminate flooring
  • Quartz counters
  • Stylish apartment

Location

501 Plum Street, Capitola, California 95010, United States
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Management

Era Management Co., Inc

Leasing office

(831) 475-5230

Property Overview

Plum Street Garden Apartments receives an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5, indicating it as an appealing choice for renters. Offering exceptional amenities with a perfect score of 10, it features a cozy fireplace, sleek kitchen, and on-site laundry facilities, all complemented by a vibrant neighborhood. Additionally, the property excels in both location and price ratings, ensuring excellent value and easy access to nearby schools and services while being pet-friendly with ample outdoor 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, Plum Street Garden Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Plum Street Garden Apartments 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
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath610 sqft$3,050–$3,250 /mo2 units availableWelcome to the Beautiful community of Plum Street Garden Apartments. We have a One Bedroom, stunning apartment located in the heart of Capitola, CA. This apartment boasts a spacious bedroom and a full bathroom, perfect for those who value comfort and convenience. The apartment is designed with a modern aesthetic, featuring a sleek kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances and quartz counters that add a touch of elegance. The laminate flooring throughout the apartment not only enhances its visual appeal but also ensures easy maintenance. The living room is complemented by a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Step out onto the balcony and enjoy the fresh air and the view of the vibrant neighborhood. Plum Street Garden apartments is more than just a place to live, it's a lifestyle. Experience the best of Capitola living in this stylish and comfortable apartment.

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Amenities for Plum Street Garden Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BalconyFireplace
Laminate FlooringQuartz Counters

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

On-Site ManagementOn-Site Resident Manager
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

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units51
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About Plum Street Garden Apartments

HomeApartments in Capitola Plum Street Garden Apartments

Welcome to the Plum Street Garden Apartments in Capitola CA! These are lovely apartment homes, clean and quiet, with recent numerous upgrades. Conveniently located in the upper village of Capitola, near Gayle's Bakery, Nob Hill Foods, etc. Very well located near Cabrillo College, Aptos, Soquel, Live Oak and Santa Cruz. A short drive to UC Santa Cruz.


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, Plum Street Garden Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Plum Street Garden Apartments 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 Plum Street Garden Apartments
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.
Plum Street Garden Apartments 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.
Plum Street Garden Apartments 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—pets allowed—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.
Plum Street Garden Apartments 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 Plum Street Garden Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Plum Street Garden apartments has been a wonderful place to live. Their staff is on top of it and super helpful. Glenda Thomas, the new property manager, has been absolutely wonderful! Maintenance requests get solved in a timely manner and the service is top notch. I would recommend this complex.

Haley Georgalos

Haley Georgalos

Nov 19, 2024

Sweet upper village apts. Manager has been easygoing and area is great. Very attentive manager and maintenance. Great location in capitola. Totally remodeled and quaint.

Ann Lee

Ann Lee

Apr 11, 2018

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Plum Street Garden Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 Plum Street Garden Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Capitola

1-bedroom apartments at Plum Street Garden Apartments cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capitola.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Capitola
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Capitola
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,822
January 2024$2,823
February 2024$2,665
March 2024$2,604
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$122,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $122,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,050.
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Schools near Plum Street Garden Apartments

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
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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 501 Plum Street

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

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 501 Plum Street, Capitola

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 501 Plum Street

Nob Hill Foods
809 Bay Ave
Quality Market
300 Capitola Ave
Whole Foods Market
1710 41st Ave
Safeway
2720 41st Ave
New Leaf Community Markets
1475 41st Ave

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