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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1804 Mission St
1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
Santa Cruz Lighthouses and the Setting Sun by Anita Ritenour is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,110 | $1,850 | $4,020 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,569 | $2,300 | $5,095 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,045 | $3,286 | $6,043 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. Hidden Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,499. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Cruz apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| The Breakers | The Boardwalk | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA
As of January 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Cruz area is the $3.98 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Pacific Shores in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,045. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Cruz apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Westmont Townhomes starting at $4,275 with a $4.75 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Shores | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.98 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Oceanview | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.58 |
| The Hilltop | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $5.58 |
| 311 Elm St, Unit B | 311 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.45 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $5.55 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.35 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.58 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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
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 Cheap Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment is $2,499 at Hidden Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is starting from $3,286 at 1010 Pacific Apartments.
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Navigating the world of real estate can reveal an abundance of terminology and phrasing around the topics of renting and buying that for some may seem like a brand-new language.