Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (59 Rentals)

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The Palomar Inn
Studio Apartments

The Palomar Inn

1344 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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320 Locust St
Studio Apartments

320 Locust St

320 Locust StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-324 Lincoln St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

316-324 Lincoln St

316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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520 Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Chestnut St

520 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Chestnut St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

516 Chestnut St

516 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The lincoln court
Studio Apartments

The lincoln court

315-323 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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110-112 Pine Pl
Studio Apartments

110-112 Pine Pl

110-112 Pine PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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121 Rincon St
Studio Apartments

121 Rincon St

121 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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159 Mission St
Studio Apartments

159 Mission St

159 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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102 Pine Pl
Studio Apartments

102 Pine Pl

102 Pine PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

122 Rincon St

122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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210-214 Elm St
3 Bedroom Apartments

210-214 Elm St

210-214 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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139 School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

139 School St

139 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-318 Elm St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

316-318 Elm St

316-318 Elm StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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135 School St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

135 School St

135 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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146 Chrystal Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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121 Sylvar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 Sylvar St

121 Sylvar StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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339 Walnut Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

339 Walnut Ave

339 Walnut AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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205 Maple St
Studio Apartments

205 Maple St

205 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Marel Apt
2 Bedroom Apartments

Marel Apt

320 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Parkview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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502 Maple St
1 Bedroom Apartments

502 Maple St

502 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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318 Laurel St
Studio Apartments

318 Laurel St

318 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220-224 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

220-224 Laurel St

220-224 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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234 High St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

234 High St

234 High StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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515 Maple St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

515 Maple St

515 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laurel
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel

221 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Santa Cruz

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz?

There are currently 22 Studio Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz with rent ranges from $2,200 to $4,020 with an average price of $3,270.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz ranges from $2,200 to $5,095 with an average monthly rent of $3,541.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Santa Cruz range from $3,822 to $6,043. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,093.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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