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1010 Pacific Apartments

1010 Pacific Apartments

Santa Cruz, California, 95060

3 BedroomsFrom $3,000

1 BedroomFrom $1,550

2 BedroomsFrom $2,000

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Pacific Shores

Pacific Shores

Santa Cruz, California, 95060

2 BedroomsFrom $1,989

1 BedroomFrom $1,595

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Chestnut Street

Chestnut Street

Santa Cruz, California, 95060

2 Bedrooms$1,925 - $2,100

1 Bedroom$1,450

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Bay Tree

Bay Tree

Los Gatos, California, 95030

1 Bedroom$1,750 - $2,269

2 Bedrooms$2,475 - $2,925

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Santa Cruz apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Santa Cruz using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Santa Cruz has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Santa Cruz Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0009.0%8.4% +0.6%
    $10,000 to $14,9995.5%5.6% -0.1%
    $15,000 to $19,9995.3%5.6% -0.3%
    $20,000 to $24,9995.2%5.8% -0.6%
    $25,000 to $29,9994.3%5.7% -1.4%
    $30,000 to $34,9995.7%5.7% +0.0%
    $35,000 to $39,9995.0%5.4% -0.4%
    $40,000 to $44,9994.9%5.2% -0.3%
    $45,000 to $49,9994.4%4.6% -0.2%
    $50,000 to $59,9998.2%8.6% -0.4%
    $60,000 to $74,99910.7%10.6% +0.1%
    $75,000 to $99,99912.2%11.5% +0.7%
    $100,000 to $124,9997.9%6.8% +1.1%
    $125,000 to $149,9993.9%3.6% +0.3%
    $150,000 to $199,9994.2%3.3% +0.9%
    $200,000 or more3.4%3.6% -0.2%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%4.4%4.8% -0.4%
    10.0% to 14.9%8.6%9.8% -1.2%
    15.0% to 19.9%10.8%13.6% -2.8%
    20.0% to 24.9%11.7%13.1% -1.4%
    25.0% to 29.9%10.4%11.0% -0.6%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.7%8.2% +0.5%
    35.0% to 39.9%6.0%5.9% +0.1%
    40.0% to 49.9%9.4%8.0% +1.4%
    50.0% or more25.9%20.2% +5.7%
    Not computed4.2%5.4% -1.2%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years19.0%9.6% +9.4%
    25 to 34 years28.7%29.3% -0.6%
    35 to 44 years21.6%25.8% -4.2%
    45 to 54 years16.8%16.5% +0.3%
    55 to 64 years5.6%8.0% -2.4%
    65 to 74 years3.6%5.3% -1.7%
    75 to 84 years3.0%4.0% -1.0%
    85 years and over1.7%1.6% +0.1%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes36.9%30.9% +6.0%
    30 to 44 minutes15.8%24.5% -8.7%
    45 to 59 minutes16.0%13.8% +2.2%
    60 or more minutes31.3%30.8% +0.5%

Source: 2000 Census

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Average Apartment Rent in Santa Cruz, California

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed $1,536 $1,536 $1,536 0%
2 Bed $1,991 $1,991 $1,991 0%
3 Bed N/A N/A N/A 0%

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Santa Cruz Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Santa Cruz have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz apartment cost $1,536. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Santa Cruz apartment was $1,991 in August. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Santa Cruz rentals listed below.

Featured Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent

  • Saybrook Pointe San Jose, CA 95123

    Thank you for your interest in our apartments here at Saybrook Pointe! We are a beautiful community located in South San Jose off of Blossom Hill and Santa Teresa, just steps from shopping, dining, public transportation and so much more! From our Olympic size swimming pool, hydro-therapy spa and hot tub, to our state-of-the-art fitness center, the amenities here are endless. We are getting ready to under-go a remodel of our clubhouse to add a business center, a wireless internet cafe, a game room and even a yoga studio in our fitness facility! The interior of your new home is fully appointed. Some of the features of your home include: all of your modern kitchen appliances, full size washer and dryer, private patio or balcony, spacious walk-in closets, additional storage spaces, air conditioning, dual-pane windows, etc. Be sure to bring your cat or dog along because here at Saybrook Pointe we are a pet friendly community with breed/height restrictions. We welcome dogs up to 60lbs, with a $500 deposit and a small monthly pet rent. To better suit your needs, we offer a variety of lease terms. Our apartment deposits vary depending the size of the apartment. For your convenience, we are open 7 days a week. I would like to invite you to come to Saybrook Pointe for your very own personal tour of our beautiful community with one of our staff members! Look no further, your home here at Saybrook Pointe awaits you!

  • Monterey Grove Apartments San Jose, CA 95138

    Monterey Grove offers open, contemporary 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments for rent centrally located at the connection of Highways 101 and 85 in San Jose, CA. Each home features a full-size washer and dryer, fully-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, spacious closets and a private balcony with walk-in storage. Newly remodeled apartments offer Karndean plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinets and bathrooms, and plantation blinds. Our eco-friendly community offers a 24-hour high-tech fitness center, playground, heated spa and a salt water swimming pool. Call today for your personal tour.

  • The Palm Valley Communities San Jose, CA 95123

    Experience a life inspired by the world renowned resorts of the Mediterranean. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Santa Clara Valley, Palm Valley provides exceptional Tuscan architecture, luxurious gardens and a host of features that cater to every need. Treat yourself to the life you deserve, with so much to offer - you won't need to look any place else. Find your way home... to the Palm Valley Communities.

  • Royal Hotel Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • Outlook Garden Apartments Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    Welcome to the OUTLOOK, a beautifully planned apartment community spectacularly situated on 9 magnificent, lush wooded acres in an extraordinary natural setting with breathtaking ocean and canyon views.

  • Totally Remodeled 'Townhouse-like' Condo! San Jose, CA 95123

    Remodeled! Near Oakgrove High and Coy Park! Looks Brand New! Wood Floors! New Crown Moldings! New Baseboards! All New Bathroom includes New Tile Floor, New Designer Tile Shower Wall, New Italian Fixtures, New Tub, and New Vanity! All New Kitchen includes New Granite Counter Top, New Tile Floor, New Sink and New Faucet! Fresh Designer Paint throughout the interior! Much more...Available now..Please call Sam Astar, Realtor, Altas Realty at (408) 264-4499 or E-mail at Altasrealty.samastar@gmail.com

  • $2800 Two bedroom in San Jose San Jose, CA 95118

    About the HomeThis is an elegant, two bedroom, two bath, second floor, bilevel, townhome with a separate but private single car garage with room for storage.The home is stylishly decorated and fully furnished with everything you need to live comfortably.The kitchen is well appointed with new appliances and granite counter tops and all your cookware, glassware and flatware are provided.Master bedroom has private bathroom, king size bed, and deskwork area. Second bedroom has a queen size bed and plenty of closet space.Weekly maid service and linentowel change are provided, so you dont need to worry about cleaning a toilet or having a clean change of sheets. There is a large laundryutility area in the second bath, and linens and bathware are provided.Put a log on the fire, pour yourself a glass of wine, and relax on the plush couch while you watch Direct TV on the 42 plasma. Stay as long as you like.More photos at Listing ID 1362077

  • Le Mirador San Jose, CA 95120
  • Oak Park Apartments San Jose, CA 95118
  • Blossom Hill Terrace Los Gatos, CA 95032

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