
Luxury Homes for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (46 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in Santa Cruz with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


541 6th Ave

1217 El Dorado Ave

1207 Seabright Ave

119 Donna Ct

1322 River St

1252 River St

1250 River St

127 Northrop Pl

3035 Calla Dr

1314 River St

121 Coulson Ave

152A Franklin St

234 Cardiff Pl

1148 E Cliff Dr

889 Prospect Hgts

124 Torrey Pine Terrace

163 Torrey Pine Terrace

18 Westwood Rd

532 S Branciforte Ave

106 Shelter Lagoon Dr

1318 River St

1241 Escalona Dr

61 Alta Vista Dr

1141 N Branciforte Ave

1786 Felt St

339 Stanford Ave

213 Felix St

1031 Cayuga St

6045 Thurber Ln

2245 Mattison Ln

115 Myrtle St

149 Hunolt St

1200 Capitola Rd

1811 Mission St

1616 Killdeer Pl

514 Ocean View Ave

112 Carol Ave

1211 Andrew Ln

1049 Brommer St

2630 Portola Dr

2861 S Palisades Ave

815 24th Ave

214 3rd Ave

1400 Bonita Dr

3509 N Main St
Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,953 | $3,300 | $5,150 |
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,555 | $3,600 | $8,500 |
Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,975 | $4,950 | $9,000 |
Santa Cruz 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,350 | $9,100 | $9,600 |
Santa Cruz 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 385 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $6,043. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz ranging from $1,790 to $9,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz ranges from $1,790 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $6,156.
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.