3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (52 Rentals)

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Bienestar Plaza
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Bienestar Plaza

1520 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Columbia Duplex
3 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Duplex

1001 Columbia StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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236 Mora St
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236 Mora St

236 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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618 Windsor St
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618 Windsor St

618 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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320 California St
3 Bedroom Apartments

320 California St

320 California StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1568 7th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1568 7th Ave

1568 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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315 Ocean st
3 Bedroom Apartments

315 Ocean st

315 Ocean stSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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210-214 Elm St
3 Bedroom Apartments

210-214 Elm St

210-214 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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312 Ocean St
3 Bedroom Apartments

312 Ocean St

312 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1550 30th Ave
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1550 30th Ave

1550 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2045 Alice St
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2045 Alice St

2045 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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515 Maple St
3 Bedroom Apartments

515 Maple St

515 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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106 Campbell St
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106 Campbell St

106 Campbell StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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200 W Cliff Dr
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200 W Cliff Dr

200 W Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1506 Broadway
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1506 Broadway

1506 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1013 Broadway
3 Bedroom Apartments

1013 Broadway

1013 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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75 Front St
3 Bedroom Apartments

75 Front St

75 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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21520 E Cliff Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

21520 E Cliff Dr

21520 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2865 Capitola
3 Bedroom Apartments

2865 Capitola

2865 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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535-545 2nd St
3 Bedroom Apartments

535-545 2nd St

535-545 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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835 Corcoran Ave
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835 Corcoran Ave

835 Corcoran AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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316-318 Cliff St
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316-318 Cliff St

316-318 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1822 Harper St
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1822 Harper St

1822 Harper StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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832-834 Paget Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

832-834 Paget Ave

832-834 Paget AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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710 Emeline Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

710 Emeline Ave

710 Emeline AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Mission Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Gardens

90 Grandview StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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203 Laurel St
3 Bedroom Apartments

203 Laurel St

203 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 22, 2025

There are currently 812 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $3,650 to $8,150. Prospect Heights, Eastside and Arana Gulch are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Prospect Heights70$4,950$4,850
Eastside58$5,299$4,950
Arana Gulch54$4,900$4,850
Beach Flats54$4,900$4,850
Beach Hill54$4,900$4,850
Central Santa Cruz54$4,900$4,850
East Park54$4,900$4,850
Lighthouse54$4,900$4,850
Neary Lagoon54$4,900$4,850
Ocean Street54$4,900$4,850

Largest Available Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
108 Sycamore St3-Bedroom Deluxe1,400 Sq Ft$4,250
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C900 Sq Ft$4,750

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
108 Sycamore St3-Bedroom Deluxe$4,250
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C$4,750

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Santa Cruz Overview

Known across the globe for its famed redwood trees and sweeping ocean views, Santa Cruz is a darling city of the California scene. Home to plenty of historic hot spots as well as an inviting downtown mixture of nightlife and retail shopping, this west coast destination should be on the 'must-consider' list for anyone seriously considering a move to Cali.

Why live in Santa Cruz, CA?

Why in the world not? Easily one of the most in-demand locales of the entire west coast, life in a Santa Cruz apartment for rent is about as good as it gets. Flush with area schools and plenty of employers such as Plantronics, this forward-thinking and environmentally-conscious hotspot is a fantastic place to call home.

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Getting Around Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

36 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Santa Cruz is at 108 Sycamore St listed at $4,250.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz is $4,900.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $4,250 at 108 Sycamore St.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Santa Cruz is currently 1,000 sq ft.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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