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Santa Cruz rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 87 apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, with a median rent price of $3,400 per month. Santa Cruz has seen a 3%—or $121—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$3,400

Year Over Year Change

-3%

$121

Rentals available, last 30 days

87

Rent ranges for Santa Cruz apartments
$6,001 - $50,000
8%
$4,501 - $6,000
11%
$3,001 - $4,500
38%
$1,501 - $3,000
40%
$0 - $1,500
2%

How has rent in Santa Cruz, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Santa Cruz, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,400, which is a 3.18% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz, CA is about $2,450. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz, CA is $3,497, and studios are about $1,900 per month.

See more Santa Cruz, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Santa Cruz, CA?

9

schools

4,394

students

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840 n branciforte ave

santa cruz, CA, 95062

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Who lives in Santa Cruz, CA?

Gender

49% Male
51% Female

Age Range

0-19

24%

20-34

33%

35-44

10%

45-64

20%

65+

12%

Language

English

73%

Spanish

14%

Indo Euro

4%

Asia Pac

6%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

4%

High School

32%

Bachelor's

35%

Master's

17%

Prof Degree

4%

Doctorate

4%

What is the household breakdown in Santa Cruz, CA?

Families

29% Families
71% Single

Property

54% Renters
46% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

20%

25-50k

15%

50-75k

8%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

14%

150k+

29%

How do residents get around Santa Cruz, CA?

Santa Cruz locals spend about 23 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Santa Cruz is through Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 27.32 miles away.

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Scores for Santa Cruz are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

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Chestnut Street - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1d ago

9.6

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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Balcony | Central heat | Hardwood floor

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,829–$4,147

Apartment for rent

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Hidden Creek Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.9

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Hidden Creek Apartments

200 Button St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,000–$3,955

Apartment for rent

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929 35th Ave #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Santa Cruz

2 beds

1 bath

$3,795

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