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River Row - Photo 1 of 1
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11h ago

9.1

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River Row

444 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,100–$7,500

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235-9 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8

Very good

235-9

235 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1 bed

1 bath

$2,550

116 Maple St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

In-unit laundry | On-site management | Business center

1 bed

1 bath

$2,350

SCZ T 318 Laurel Street - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

SCZ T 318 Laurel Street

318 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Oven

2 beds

1 bath

$3,050

319 Lincoln St Apt C #C - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

LIN - C

319 Lincoln St Apt C #C, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1 bed

1 bath

$2,900

1010 Pacific Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

1 bed

1 bath

$2,922

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1010 Pacific Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

2 beds

2 baths

$4,349

1010 Pacific Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

Studio

1 bath

$2,829

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224 Laurel St #A204 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Santa Cruz condo for rent in Santa Cruz

224 Laurel St #A204, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Storage | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$2,250

1d ago

8.3

Very good

RT

101 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1 bed

1 bath

$3,999

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4d ago

8

Very good

LIN

315 Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

1 bed

1 bath

$2,900

Chestnut Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.4

Excellent

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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Balcony | Central heat | Hardwood floor

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,807–$3,839

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901 River St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Santa Cruz

A Light-Filled Home with Room to Work in the Heart of Santa Cruz

901 River St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1 bed

1.5 baths

$2,495

224 Center St #14 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Condo for rent in Santa Cruz

1 bed

1 bath

$2,150

131 Cedar St #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Santa Cruz

1 bed

1 bath

$2,100

132 Clay St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

In-unit laundry | Fireplace

Studio

1 bath

$2,995

Find sweet deals near Downtown Santa Cruz

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

308 River St Unit B11 #B11 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Santa Cruz

308 River St Unit B11 #B11, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$3,345

$3,195

Price drop

510 Lincoln St #3 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Westside house for rent in Santa Cruz

510 Lincoln St #3, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$3,395

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511 Walnut Ave #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

511 Walnut Ave #A, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$3,600

4d ago

7.7

Very good

108 Sycamore Street

108 Sycamore St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Storage

Studio

1 bath

$2,150

SCZ T 231 Blackburn - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

SCZ T 231 Blackburn

231 Blackburn St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,350

320 - 328 California Street - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.5

Very good

320 - 328 California Street

320 320 - 328 California Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$3,000

Price drop

135 May Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

8.4

Very good

135 May Avenue

135 May Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

3 beds

2 baths

$4,250

Hidden Creek Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

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Hidden Creek Apartments

200 Button St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,000–$3,255

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San Lorenzo Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.2

Very good

San Lorenzo Apartments

120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,925–$3,250

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Updated: September 12, 2026

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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA apartments for rent

Renting in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA at a glance

As of today, Downtown Santa Cruz's median rent price is $3,275 per month.

Median rent

$3,275

Rentals, last 30 days

12

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$3,275N/A
1 bedroom$2,911N/A
2 bedroom$3,350N/A
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Why Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz is a great place to live

Downtown Santa Cruz stands out for its strong focus on social living and environmental sustainability. The neighborhood's commitment to eco-friendliness is evident in its use of non-toxic paint, waste recycling and composting programs, rainwater harvesting, and community solar projects. Residents can also enjoy easy access to parks and recreation areas, further enhancing the area's green credentials. A high walk score and excellent transit links make it simple for residents to get around without relying on cars. This combination of sustainability and accessibility also contributes to a thriving social scene, with a variety of restaurants and a strong sense of safety, making Downtown Santa Cruz an attractive choice for renters who value both their social life and the environment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

Based on our current listings, apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz average around 595 sqft across all unit types.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, one-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA, with about 9 listings available monthly.

What type of apartment is least common inDowntown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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