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205 Fair Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA|Westside
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Property Overview
Set in Santa Cruz’s coveted Westside, 205 Fair Ave combines classic beach-town charm with practical livability, offering easy access to the coast, parks, and local shops. Notable features and pros include well-proportioned interior spaces, outdoor areas suited to relaxation or entertaining, and a location that supports an active, walkable lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Fireplace
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 205 Fair Ave, Westside
Features
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 205 Fair Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 55% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Westside.
This single level 1915 beach bungalow sits on a generous, flat 6,500 sf lot and enjoys ocean views from the front yard and front bedroom, a daily reminder of the coasts proximity. Inside, the kitchen is tastefully remodeled with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and LVP flooring, balancing modern function with the homes original character. The back door opens to a private, sun soaked yard that feels worlds away: fruit trees, garden beds, and mature privacy hedges frame a spacious outdoor retreat. At the far end of the property sits a 300 sf ADU, with a separate laundry cabin positioned between the two structures.A true Westside original within walking distance of beaches, top surf, dining, shopping, and trail networks this is a rare chance to own a legacy property with immediate charm and longterm possibility. Minutes to the beaches dining, shops, and trails.
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 205 Fair Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Westside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 95060 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Westside
2-bedroom apartments at 205 Fair Ave cost about 55% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Westside
Santa Cruz
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,675 |
| July 2024 | $3,983 |
| August 2024 | $3,754 |
| September 2024 | $3,749 |
| October 2024 | $3,644 |
| November 2024 | $3,505 |
| December 2024 | $3,421 |
| January 2025 | $3,561 |
| February 2025 | $3,483 |
| March 2025 | $3,477 |
| April 2025 | $3,642 |
| May 2025 | $3,697 |
| June 2025 | $3,698 |
| July 2025 | $3,803 |
| August 2025 | $3,761 |
| September 2025 | $3,663 |
| October 2025 | $3,571 |
| November 2025 | $3,599 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,527 |
| February 2026 | $3,425 |
| March 2026 | $3,505 |
| April 2026 | $3,589 |
| May 2026 | $3,624 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,900 |
| June 2024 | $4,436 |
| July 2024 | $4,431 |
| August 2024 | $3,972 |
| September 2024 | $3,963 |
| October 2024 | $3,931 |
| November 2024 | $3,802 |
| December 2024 | $4,028 |
| January 2025 | $4,054 |
| February 2025 | $3,748 |
| March 2025 | $4,026 |
| April 2025 | $4,186 |
| May 2025 | $3,990 |
| June 2025 | $4,123 |
| July 2025 | $4,213 |
| August 2025 | $4,011 |
| September 2025 | $3,965 |
| October 2025 | $3,763 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,621 |
| January 2026 | $3,694 |
| February 2026 | $3,484 |
| March 2026 | $3,449 |
| April 2026 | $3,647 |
| May 2026 | $3,672 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 205 Fair Ave
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 205 Fair Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 205 Fair Ave, Santa Cruz
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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