
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA with Utilities Included (3 Rentals)
Rental terms in Santa Cruz as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Apartments in Santa Cruz where your utility payments are included in your rent.


1010 Pacific Apartments
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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,875 | $1,895 | $4,020 |
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,585 | $2,000 | $5,095 |
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,877 | $2,950 | $6,043 |
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,531 | $3,900 | $4,950 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is at The Breakers listed at $2,150.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,434.
What is the largest Short-term Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,208 square feet unit starting from $2,915 at NANDA ON PACIFIC.
What is the average size for Santa Cruz Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Santa Cruz is currently at 534 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.