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1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,100–$3,899
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Downtown Santa Cruz condo for rent in Santa Cruz
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,150
$2,875
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,540
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$2,977–$4,319
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$3,400
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
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1 bath
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
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Available Jul 19
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Condo for rent in Santa Cruz
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
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Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,275
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Available Jun 19
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
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Westside condo for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
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5d+ ago
Beach HIll townhouse for rent in Santa Cruz
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,150
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5d+ ago
Eastside house for rent in Santa Cruz
4 beds
2 baths
$7,900
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
1h ago
Westside condo for rent in Santa Cruz
228 Everson Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$4,700
$4,000
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Westside house for rent in Santa Cruz
3 beds
1 bath
$4,400
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Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Westside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
510 Lincoln St #2, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,795
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20h ago
Eastside apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
2 beds
1 bath
$3,649
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5d+ ago
4 beds
1 bath
$7,100
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The average rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, as of July 2026, is up 1.52% compared to last month and up 37.21% year-over-year.Track prices
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1 bed
1 bath
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
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Based on our current listings, apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz average around 595 sqft across all unit types.
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.
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, Santa Cruz, CA.
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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