Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (44 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,971 | $1,895 | $4,020 |
Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $1,800 | $5,095 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,022 | $3,099 | $6,043 |
Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,766 | $4,500 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Largest Available Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific and is listed at 897 square feet priced from $3,635. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Anton Pacific | Studio-4A | 897 Sq Ft | $3,635 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | 566 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | 440 Sq Ft | $2,653 |
Five55 | Studio | 440 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | 425 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
516 Center St | 516 Center St | 350 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
The Breakers | The Breakers | 310 Sq Ft | $2,245 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | 231 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the 516 Center St Model starting from $1,895 at 516 Center St. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $2,971. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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516 Center St | 516 Center St | $1,895 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | $2,200 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | $2,200 |
The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,245 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | $2,550 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | $2,653 |
Five55 | Studio | $2,950 |
Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | $3,170 |
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Getting Around the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Santa Cruz with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central Santa Cruz is at 516 Center St listed at $1,895.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central Santa Cruz is $2,971.
What is the largest available Studio Central Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Santa Cruz is a 897 square feet unit starting from $3,635 at Anton Pacific.
What is the average size for Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Central Santa Cruz is currently 511 sq ft.
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