Santa Cruz CA Apartments
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,605 - $3,730/mo2 Beds2 BathsLanding at Capitola | 3045 Capitola Rd,
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Average Rent Trends in Santa Cruz, CA
Rent in Santa Cruz, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a apartment increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Jan 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,166 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,136 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,074 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,108 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,386 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,262 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,213 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,103 |
| May 2026 | $3,000 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,069 |
| Jul 2026 | $3,181 |
| Aug 2026 | $3,219 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,672 | $3,600 | $4,950 | $6,300 | $3,362 |
| Townhomes | $2,400 | $3,800 | $4,995 | — | $3,875 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,650 | $3,434 | $4,000 | $6,839 | $3,200 |
| Houses | $2,500 | $4,128 | $5,675 | $5,900 | $4,595 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in Santa Cruz, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Santa Cruz, CA is $3,165 per month. This is about 61% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in Santa Cruz, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Cruz, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $2,674 per month.
- When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in Santa Cruz, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Santa Cruz, CA was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $3,604 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz, CA is $2,682 per month. That is about $350 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many apartments or condos are available to rent in Santa Cruz, CA?There are 193 available apartments or condos to rent in Santa Cruz, CA.
- What colleges and universities are in Santa Cruz, CA?Colleges and universities in Santa Cruz, CA include: University of California Santa Cruz.
- What are some zip codes in Santa Cruz, CA?
- What are some cities near Santa Cruz, CA?Some nearby cities include: Felton, Ben Lomond, Scotts Valley, Soquel, Capitola. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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