Homes for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (45 Rentals)

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property at 339 Stanford Ave

339 Stanford Ave

Santa CruzCA95062
property at 1241 Escalona Dr

1241 Escalona Dr

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 18 Westwood Rd

18 Westwood Rd

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 1148 E Cliff Dr

1148 E Cliff Dr

Santa CruzCA95062
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Cruz?

There are currently 386 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,375 to $6,043. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz ranging from $2,400 to $9,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Cruz?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz ranges from $2,400 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $6,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.