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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern appliances
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Contemporary finishes
  • Private patio
  • Dual pane windows
  • Quartz counters

Location

251 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Westside
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Management

Anderson Christie Real Estate

Leasing office

(831) 515-8421

Property Overview

251 High Street A-J is a premier rental property with an impressive overall Zumper Expert Rating of 9.2, reflecting its excellent value and lifestyle offerings. The property features modern amenities such as stainless steel appliances and private outdoor spaces, while its location provides convenient access to numerous cultural venues, dining options, and fitness facilities. With a strong emphasis on both social life and pet friendliness, this property stands out as a highly attractive option for potential renters.

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

9.2
Excellent
251 High Street A-J is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath782 sqft$3,500 /mo1 unit availableContemporary 2 bedroom downstairs apartment close to UCSC, Downtown, & local transit. Modern finishes, natural gas fireplace, and dual pane windows. In home laundry (washer/dryer included), high ceilings, and private patio. Fully loaded kitchen with maple cabinets, quartz counters, & stainless steel appliances. Designated off street covered parking garage, secure garbage enclosure, and monthly landscaping provided. Small pets accepted 1 year lease Co-Signers accepted No Utilities Included

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Amenities for 251 High Street A-J

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RangeWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 251 High Street A-J

HomeApartments in Santa CruzWestside 251 High Street A-J

Contemporary 2 bedroom downstairs apartment close to UCSC, Downtown, & local transit. Modern finishes, natural gas fireplace, and dual pane windows. In home laundry (washer/dryer included), high ceilings, and private patio. Fully loaded kitchen with maple cabinets, quartz counters, & stainless steel appliances. Designated off street covered parking garage, secure garbage enclosure, and monthly landscaping provided. Small pets accepted 1 year lease Co-Signers accepted No Utilities Included


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
251 High Street A-J is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 251 High Street A-J
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.
251 High Street A-J 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.
251 High Street A-J 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, 251 High Street A-J 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.
251 High Street A-J 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·9A 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.
251 High Street A-J has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

251 High Street A-J is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 37 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 12 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

Social life

  • 195 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 44 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 314 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 55 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the 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 251 High Street A-J compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 167 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Westside

2-bedroom apartments at 251 High Street A-J cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Westside.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Westside
Santa Cruz
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$2,212
December 2023$2,170
January 2024$1,600
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$1,897
A table of studio rental data trends in Westside
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,325

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 251 High St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$140,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $140,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,500.
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Schools near 251 High Street A-J

Westlake Elementary School

1000 high st

santa cruz, CA, 95060

K-5Public
A-

Monarch Community Elementary School

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-5Public

Alternative Family Education

840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

K-12Public
B
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Getting around Santa Cruz near 251 High St

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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 251 High St, Santa Cruz

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 251 High St

Trader Joe's
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Costco Wholesale
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La Plaza Market
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