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401 12th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
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Amenities for 401 12th Ave
Features
| 2 Floors | Carpet |
| Fireplace |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| 2 Parking Spaces | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
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About 401 12th Ave
Property Status: Active Beach living Black's Beach at the end of the street and view of Schwan Lagoon. Conveniently located to Twin Lakes Beach, Lighthouse, Harbor, Crows Nest & Johnny's. 2 bedroom/1.5 bath Includes off street beach parking, storage closet for surf boards and beach toys. Private, fenced yard is ideal for sunbathing and BBQs. Newer upgrades include windows, roof, appliances, carpet, and paint. Galley Kitchen, dining area opens into living room, with decorative fireplace. Laundry in unit w/half bath downstairs; bedrooms and full bath are located upstairs. Walk to coffee, stores, restaurants, beaches. Bus stop conveniently located. Simpkins Family Swim Center close by. This is smoke-free. One year lease required. Tenant(s) pays all utilities. . Do not disturb current tenants Office Phone: (831) 479-4894 Copyright © 2026 MLS Listings, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Source: MLS Listings, Inc.|MLS Listing No. ML82067023
Address details
| Zip code | 95062 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Santa Cruz
2-bedroom apartments at 401 12th Ave cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Santa Cruz
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,474 |
| 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 | $3,749 |
| June 2026 | $3,861 |
| July 2026 | $3,684 |
| August 2026 | $3,540 |
| September 2026 | $3,518 |
| October 2026 | $3,502 |
| November 2026 | $3,375 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 401 12th Ave
Del Mar Elementary School
1959 merrill st
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-5Public
B
Ocean Alternative Education Center
984 bostwick ln ste 6
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-8Public
B
Alternative Family Education
840 n branciforte ave
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-12Public
B
Santa Cruz County Special Education
400 encinal st
santa cruz, CA, 95060
K-12Public
Happy Valley Elementary School
3125 branciforte dr
santa cruz, CA, 95065
K-6Public
A
Getting around Santa Cruz near 401 12th Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 401 12th Ave, Santa Cruz
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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