Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (4 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Anton Pacific
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2 Months Free LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL - $2500 + TWO MONTHS FREE *Restrictions May Apply
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Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Top Santa Cruz Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 04-22-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Santa Cruz, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Five55

Sign Now and get 2 MONTHS FREE!Expires 04-23-2025

Pacific Shores

3 months free on selected units. *Some restrictions apply.Expires 04-23-2025

1010 Pacific Apartments

$1,500 Look and Lease if application & deposit made within 72 hours of first tour. *restrictions applyExpires 04-23-2025

Anton Pacific

LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL - $2500 + TWO MONTHS FREE *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 04-24-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA

Specials updated: 04-22-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Five55

Sign Now and get 2 MONTHS FREE!Expires 04-23-2025

Pacific Shores

3 months free on selected units. *Some restrictions apply.Expires 04-23-2025

1010 Pacific Apartments

$1,500 Look and Lease if application & deposit made within 72 hours of first tour. *restrictions applyExpires 04-23-2025

Anton Pacific

LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL - $2500 + TWO MONTHS FREE *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 04-24-2025

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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 Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is at Five55 listed at $2,209.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is $3,875.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Cruz is a 1,305 square feet unit starting from $3,170 at Anton Pacific.

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