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The average rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, as of June 2026, is up 1.92% compared to last month and up 16.5% year-over-year.
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1d ago
Downtown Santa Cruz condo for rent in Santa Cruz
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,800
Condo for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,100–$3,899
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
4 beds
1 bath
$5,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,690
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
Available May 29
Assigned Parking
In-Unit Laundry
Elevator
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
2030 N Pacific Ave #440, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$4,750
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,997–$4,709
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1h ago
Eastside townhouse for rent in Santa Cruz
3 beds
2 baths
$4,350
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5d+ 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
House for rent
5d+ ago
Beach HIll house for rent in Santa Cruz
4 beds
1 bath
$6,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Eastside house for rent in Santa Cruz
4 beds
2 baths
$7,900
House for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,875
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
1d ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
2 beds
1 bath
$3,525
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1d ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,950
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
200 Button St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,000–$3,895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Eastside house for rent in Santa Cruz
Clinton & Pine St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$4,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
Pine & Clinton St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
3d ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
Studio
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 3
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Downtown Santa Cruz apartments average around 561 sqft across all unit types. One-bedroom units typically offer about 508 sqft, while two-bedroom apartments provide around 764 sqft of living space.
Downtown Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA, sees about 7 one-bedroom listings available per month, making them the most common rental type. Two-bedroom apartments average about 3 listings monthly, while three-bedroom units and studios each see about 1-2 listings per month.
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.
Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in Downtown Santa Cruz. Studios are also relatively uncommon with about 2 listings available monthly.
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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