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Highlights
- Spacious bedrooms
- Excellent location
- Shared laundry
- Private side yard
Location
531 Dufour St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Westside
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Property Overview
531 Dufour offers spacious bedrooms, shared laundry, and a private side yard, with an excellent location that supports everyday convenience. Its 8.4 Zumper expert rating, strong value and amenities scores, and nearby top-rated elementary school point to a well-rounded rental option with practical features and appealing accessibility.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,800 sqft | $5,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a highly desirable Westside Santa Cruz location. Featuring a bright and functional layout, this home offers comfortable living with a private side yard—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located just minutes from UCSC, this home is within walking distance of the Safeway shopping center, offering easy access to groceries, restaurants, cafés, and everyday essentials. You'll also be just a short drive or bike ride from the scenic West Cliff Drive, where you can enjoy beautiful ocean views, walking trails, and some of Santa Cruz's most iconic coastal scenery. Additional features include: 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms Private side yard Shared laundry with the separate 1-bedroom unit located at the rear of the property Excellent location near shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation Easy access to UCSC, downtown Santa Cruz, and the coast Don't miss this opportunity to live in one of Santa Cruz's most sought-after neighborhoods with convenience, comfort, and the beach just minutes away. Rent: $5,850 Deposit: $5,850 Tenants are billed back 66% of utilities monthly: gas, electric, water, garbage Renters liability insurance required at $10.50 per month. Please contact Skipper Property Management at 831-212-3103 to schedule a viewing. DRE 01899599 |
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Amenities for 531 Dufour
Apartment Amenities
| Tenant Pays All Utilities |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 531 Dufour
Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a highly desirable Westside Santa Cruz location. Featuring a bright and functional layout, this home offers comfortable living with a private side yard—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or enjoying the outdoors. Conveniently located just minutes from UCSC, this home is within walking distance of the Safeway shopping center, offering easy access to groceries, restaurants, cafés, and everyday essentials. You'll also be just a short drive or bike ride from the scenic West Cliff Drive, where you can enjoy beautiful ocean views, walking trails, and some of Santa Cruz's most iconic coastal scenery. Additional features include: 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms Private side yard Shared laundry with the separate 1-bedroom unit located at the rear of the property Excellent location near shopping, dining, parks, and public transportation Easy access to UCSC, downtown Santa Cruz, and the coast Don't miss this opportunity to live in one of Santa Cruz's most sought-after neighborhoods with convenience, comfort, and the beach just minutes away. Rent: $5,850 Deposit: $5,850 Tenants are billed back 66% of utilities monthly: gas, electric, water, garbage Renters liability insurance required at $10.50 per month. Please contact Skipper Property Management at 831-212-3103 to schedule a viewing. DRE 01899599
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 531 Dufour is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 531 Dufour 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.
531 Dufour 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, 531 Dufour 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.
531 Dufour 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 531 Dufour 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.
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 531 Dufour compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Westside
3-bedroom apartments at 531 Dufour cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Westside.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Westside
Santa Cruz
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,837 |
| October 2024 | $2,786 |
| November 2024 | $2,547 |
| December 2024 | $2,421 |
| January 2025 | $2,498 |
| February 2025 | $2,454 |
| March 2025 | $2,486 |
| April 2025 | $2,479 |
| May 2025 | $2,605 |
| June 2025 | $2,822 |
| July 2025 | $2,764 |
| August 2025 | $2,719 |
| September 2025 | $2,560 |
| October 2025 | $2,504 |
| November 2025 | $2,474 |
| December 2025 | $2,405 |
| January 2026 | $2,505 |
| February 2026 | $2,746 |
| March 2026 | $2,674 |
| April 2026 | $2,642 |
| May 2026 | $2,529 |
| June 2026 | $2,585 |
| July 2026 | $2,586 |
| August 2026 | $2,584 |
| September 2026 | $2,498 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $3,300 |
| October 2024 | $3,253 |
| November 2024 | $3,116 |
| December 2024 | $2,921 |
| January 2025 | $3,107 |
| February 2025 | $2,778 |
| March 2025 | $2,746 |
| April 2025 | $2,905 |
| May 2025 | $2,822 |
| June 2025 | $2,849 |
| July 2025 | $2,944 |
| August 2025 | $2,923 |
| September 2025 | $2,810 |
| October 2025 | $2,602 |
| November 2025 | $2,790 |
| December 2025 | $2,737 |
| January 2026 | $2,783 |
| February 2026 | $2,843 |
| March 2026 | $2,711 |
| April 2026 | $2,637 |
| May 2026 | $2,390 |
| June 2026 | $2,700 |
| July 2026 | $2,481 |
| August 2026 | $2,525 |
| September 2026 | $2,650 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 531 Dufour
Bay View Elementary School
1231 bay st
santa cruz, CA, 95060
K-5Public
B
Santa Cruz County Special Education
400 encinal st
santa cruz, CA, 95060
K-12Public
Alternative Family Education
840 n branciforte ave
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-12Public
B
Monarch Community Elementary School
840 n branciforte ave
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-5Public
Happy Valley Elementary School
3125 branciforte dr
santa cruz, CA, 95065
K-6Public
A
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Getting around Santa Cruz near 531 Dufour St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 531 Dufour St, Santa Cruz
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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