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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private deck
- One shared wall
Location
985 30th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
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Property Overview
985 30th Ave earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent value, strong amenities, and a highly convenient location. It offers outdoor space with a private deck and one shared wall, and it is also noted for pet friendliness, with nearby pet services and a dog park within 1 mile.
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.
Things you’ll love
Dishwasher- Laundry available on site
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $3,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming 2BR Upstairs End Unit Welcome to your new home at 985 30th Avenue! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs end unit offers plenty of natural light throughout and feels bright and inviting. Enjoy the convenience of your own private deck, 1 assigned parking space, and shared coin-operated laundry on-site. Ideally located just minutes from Capitola Village, beaches, shops, and restaurants. Don't miss out on this well-located rental! 1 Year Lease Water & Garbage Included in Rent Pets Negotiable |
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Amenities for 985 30th Ave
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Shared Coin-Op Laundry |
Services
| Water & Garbage |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About 985 30th Ave
Charming 2BR Upstairs End Unit Welcome to your new home at 985 30th Avenue! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath upstairs end unit offers plenty of natural light throughout and feels bright and inviting. Enjoy the convenience of your own private deck, 1 assigned parking space, and shared coin-operated laundry on-site. Ideally located just minutes from Capitola Village, beaches, shops, and restaurants. Don't miss out on this well-located rental! 1 Year Lease Water & Garbage Included in Rent Pets Negotiable
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 985 30th Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 985 30th 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.
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.
985 30th 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·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.
985 30th Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 985 30th Ave 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.
985 30th 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 985 30th 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·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.
985 30th Ave 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.
985 30th Ave is great for:
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 985 30th Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Santa Cruz
2-bedroom apartments at 985 30th Ave cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Santa Cruz
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,183 |
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $2,256 |
| July 2026 | $2,335 |
| August 2026 | $2,331 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 985 30th Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$124,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $124,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,100.
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Schools near 985 30th Ave
Del Mar Elementary School
1959 merrill st
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
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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Getting around Santa Cruz near 985 30th Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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 985 30th Ave, Santa Cruz
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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