Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (41 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Santa Cruz that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Hidden Creek Apartments
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office. Additional deposit and fees will apply.
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Hidden Creek Apartments

200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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St. George Apartments
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Pet Friendly
1 Pet Limit - At St. George Apartments, pets are part of the family! ?? Reach out to our leasing team for all the details. We're dedicated to making sure both you and your furry friends feel right at home. Come join our pet-friendly community!
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St. George Apartments

833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Student Housing
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Five55
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $55 Monthly Pet Rent
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Five55

555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific Shores
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - We welcome both dogs and cats up to 2 pets per apartment home. Our pet deposit at move-in is $950 for dogs and $750 for cats and our monthly pet rent is $75 per month. Some breed restrictions apply, and we have a weight limit for dogs of 80 lbs. Please call our Leasing Center for our complete pet policy.
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Pacific Shores

1240 Shaffer RdSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Luxury
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1010 Pacific Apartments
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - We welcome your pets for a maximum of 2 pets per apartment home. Weight limit is 85 lbs combined weight. Please call our leasing office for more information.
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1010 Pacific Apartments

1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Oceanview
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $300 Deposit
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Oceanview

222 Columbia StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Breakers
Pet Friendly
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
Student Housing
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Cypress Point
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Cypress Point welcomes your pet! We are a pet friendly community offering plenty of space for your pet to run and play. For further details, please contact our friendly management staff.
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1804 Mission St
Pet Friendly
1 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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1804 Mission St

1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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240 River Street
Pet Friendly
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240 River Street

232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
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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San Lorenzo Apartments
Pet Friendly
A maximum of two animals per apartment will be allowed with an additional deposit and fees. For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office.
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San Lorenzo Apartments

120 San Lorenzo BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
$250 Deposit
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803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Chestnut Street
Pet Friendly
Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $500 Deposit
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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.
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Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - A maximum of two animals per apartment will be allowed with an additional deposit and fees. For a list of breed restrictions, please contact the leasing office.
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The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Breakwater Apartments
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit
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Breakwater Apartments

1630 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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30th Ave Townhomes
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2 Pet Limit
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30th Ave Townhomes

875 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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24th Ave Apartments
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit
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24th Ave Apartments

835 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Tannery Artist Lofts
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $400 Deposit
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Tannery Artist Lofts

1030 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Bayou Townhouses
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
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Bayou Townhouses

1385 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Mission Street Cottages
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - $50 Monthly Pet Rent
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Mission Street Cottages

1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2635 Portola Dr
Pet Friendly
Deposit Required
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2635 Portola Dr

2635 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Redwood Commons
Pet Friendly
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Redwood Commons

1606 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Adobe Hacienda
Pet Friendly
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Adobe Hacienda

318 Gault StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Casa Del Rio Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
1 Pet Limit - $500 Deposit
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Casa Del Rio Apartments

170 Blaine StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Lorenzo apartment
Pet Friendly
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Lorenzo apartment

155 Felker StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Parkview Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
1 Pet Limit
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Parkview Apartments

425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Elizabeth Oaks
Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit
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Elizabeth Oaks

1460 Jose AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Landing at Capitola
Pet Friendly
Landing at Capitola welcomes your pet! We are a pet friendly community offering plenty of space for your pet to run and play.For further details, please contact our friendly management staff. - Additional deposits and breed restrictions apply.
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Landing at Capitola

3045 Capitola AveCapitola, CA 95010

Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Justin Habersaat
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA

There are currently 3228 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:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk4/45113$4,995
Western4/45054$5,162
Neary Lagoon4/45003$5,162
Downtown Santa Cruz4/44923$5,162
Lighthouse4/44917$5,205
King Street4/44838$5,217
UCSC4/44838$5,217
Central Santa Cruz4/44812$5,303
Ocean Street4/44735$5,326
Riverwalk4/44489$5,255

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. The Hilltop in the Western 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 ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
108 Sycamore St4/4Downtown Santa Cruz$2,200
The Hilltop3.8/4Western$3,545
Anton Pacific3.6/4Downtown Santa Cruz$3,120
Five553.2/4Downtown Santa Cruz$2,895
1010 Pacific Apartments3.2/4Downtown Santa Cruz$2,922
1804 Mission St3/4Western$2,575

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 Studio Model at St. George Apartments, which is a Studio starting at $2,200 in the Escolona neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Cruz apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
108 Sycamore StStudio$2,200
St. George ApartmentsStudio$2,200
1804 Mission StJr. 1 Bedroom$2,575
Cypress PointResidence 1$2,598
Five55Studio$2,895
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence C1$2,922
Hidden Creek Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$3,099
Anton PacificStudio-1E$3,120
The HilltopA4$3,545
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath$4,275

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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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Location, Location, Location!

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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

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $3,682.

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 527 sq ft.

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