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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
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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
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Available May 13
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,050
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3d ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
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Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,922
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Garage Parking
Storage
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
2 beds
2 baths
$4,349
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5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
Studio
1 bath
$2,829
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5d+ ago
Downtown Santa Cruz condo for rent in Santa Cruz
Studio
1 bath
$2,250
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,999
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
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1d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,807–$3,839
Price drop
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Cruz
901 River St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1.5 baths
$2,495
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4d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Condo for rent
Available Sep 7
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Cruz
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
Condo for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Cruz
In-unit laundry | Fireplace
Studio
1 bath
$2,995
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Cruz
2 beds
1 bath
$3,345
$3,195
Price drop
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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
House for rent
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
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Available Aug 14
4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,150
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
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4d ago
320 320 - 328 California Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Price drop
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20h ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,250
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1d ago
Verified
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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1d ago
120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$3,250
Apartment for rent
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As of today, Downtown Santa Cruz's median rent price is $3,275 per month.
Median rent
$3,275
Rentals, last 30 days
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| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $3,275 | N/A |
| 1 bedroom | $2,911 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $3,350 | N/A |
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.
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.
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.
| 🔑Available apartment rentals | 25 |
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| 💰Best rent deal | 120 San Lorenzo Blvd |
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