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


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Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,901 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,501 | $2,200 | $5,095 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,853 | $3,185 | $6,043 |
Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,916 | $4,850 | $4,950 |
Central Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,025 | $5,400 | $6,650 |
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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 977 square feet priced from $4,020. 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 | 977 Sq Ft | $4,020 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | 566 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | 440 Sq Ft | $2,447 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | 425 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Mission Street Cottages | S1 | 380 Sq Ft | $1,872 |
516 Center St | 516 Center St | 350 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
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 S1 Model starting from $1,872 at Mission Street Cottages. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $2,901. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Mission Street Cottages | S1 | $1,872 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | $2,200 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | $2,200 |
516 Center St | 516 Center St | $2,295 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | $2,447 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | $2,550 |
Anton Pacific | Studio-3A | $3,730 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 Mission Street Cottages listed at $1,872.
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 $2,901.
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 977 square feet unit starting from $4,020 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 517 sq ft.
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