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Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (45 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Cruz that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!
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2 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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The Hilltop
363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2 Pet Limit - $55 Monthly Pet Rent
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2 Pet Limit - Indoor Cats. Dogs *have certain breeds restrictions. Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.
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The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Anton Pacific
800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Westmont Townhomes
801 Nobel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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120 Clay St
Santa CruzCA95060
907 35th Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
495 Upper Park Rd
Santa CruzCA95065
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1 Pet Limit - Routine flea treatment required with verification.
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516 Center St
516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $500 Deposit
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Chestnut Street
143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2 Pet Limit - $400 Deposit
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Tannery Artist Lofts
1030 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1 Pet Limit - $500 Deposit
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Casa Del Rio Apartments
170 Blaine StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Parkview Apartments
425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $3,151 | $2,200 | $4,039 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,635 | $1,800 | $5,267 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,868 | $2,995 | $6,043 |
| Santa Cruz Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,697 | $4,395 | $4,950 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA
There are currently 3224 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Santa Cruz, CA area.The three Santa Cruz neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Western, and Neary Lagoon. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Santa Cruz Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk | 4/4 | 183 | $4,900 |
| Western | 4/4 | 170 | $4,800 |
| Neary Lagoon | 4/4 | 167 | $4,900 |
| Lighthouse | 4/4 | 165 | $4,985 |
| Eastside | 4/4 | 163 | $5,450 |
| Central Santa Cruz | 4/4 | 160 | $5,180 |
| King Street | 4/4 | 157 | $4,850 |
| UCSC | 4/4 | 157 | $4,850 |
| Seabright | 4/4 | 144 | $5,278 |
| Beach Flats | 4/4 | 141 | $5,480 |
Pet Friendliest Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent
The Santa Cruz Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is 108 Sycamore St in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath in the Beach Hill neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Santa Cruz apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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| 108 Sycamore St | 4/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,200 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3.8/4 | Beach Hill | $4,750 |
| The Hilltop | 3.6/4 | Western | $3,545 |
| Anton Pacific | 3.4/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $3,120 |
| Five55 | 3.4/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,855 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | 3.2/4 | Downtown Santa Cruz | $2,699 |
| The Breakers | 3/4 | Riverwalk | $2,245 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Santa Cruz, CA
The lowest priced Santa Cruz apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at 108 Sycamore St in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second cheapest Santa Cruz Pet Friendly apartment is the The Breakers Model at The Breakers, which is a Studio starting at $2,245 in the Escolona neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Cruz apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,245 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | $2,575 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | $2,653 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | $2,699 |
| Five55 | Studio | $2,855 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | $2,915 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | $3,120 |
| The Hilltop | A4 | $3,545 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 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.
Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz, CA
Brook Knoll Elementary
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Cruz is at 108 Sycamore St listed at $2,200.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,648.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at 108 Sycamore St.
What is the average size for Santa Cruz Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Santa Cruz is currently at 579 sq ft.
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