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Rent Trends for Apartments in Santa Cruz
October 2026
| Bedroom count | Santa Cruz | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,307 |  down 10.34% |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,401 | down 3.88% |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,544 |  up 0.54% |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,595 | down 4.27% |
| 4 Bedroom | $7,350 | up 0.34% |
Median rent as of October 18, 2026
This October, we've analyzed our 91 listings in Santa Cruz to determine the rent trend. We're updating our tables in real time to give you the most up to date Santa Cruz median apartment rent prices by bedroom count.
The median rent for a studio apartment decreased by 5.84% to $2,307, while the median rent for a 1 bedroom apartment decreased by 2.00% to $2,401.
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PadMapper has 91 condos, houses, and apartments for rent in Santa Cruz. Specifically, 8 studio apartments, 21 one-bedroom apartments, 17 two-bedroom apartments, 9 three-bedroom apartments are currently available for rent.
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Santa Cruz CA Apartments for Rent
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$3,275–$7,500Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Studio–2 Bedrooms Apartments · Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
$2,677–$3,769Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1–2 Bedrooms Apartments · Westside, Santa Cruz
$2,000–$3,265Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1–2 Bedrooms Apartments · Eastside, Santa Cruz
$5,000Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms Apartment · Westside, Santa Cruz
$4,495Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
1 Day Ago
$3,000Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2 Bedrooms Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
$2,895–$5,519Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1–3 Bedrooms Apartments · Santa Cruz, CA
$5,950Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms Apartment · Eastside, Santa Cruz
10 Hours Ago
$4,800Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms Apartment · Eastside, Santa Cruz
11 Hours Ago
$3,800Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathroom Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
14 Hours Ago
$2,250Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
1 Bedroom · 1 Bathroom Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
14 Hours Ago
$5,200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2 Bedrooms Apartment · Eastside, Santa Cruz
$2,195Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1 Bedroom Apartment · Westside, Santa Cruz
$1,925–$2,850Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Studio–2 Bedrooms Apartments · Santa Cruz, CA
$3,999Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms Apartment · Westside, Santa Cruz
1 Day Ago
$4,000Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2 Bedrooms Apartment · Westside, Santa Cruz
$3,933Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
$2,050Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Studio Apartment · Santa Cruz, CA
$2,950Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2 Bedrooms Apartment · Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz
$5,295Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms Apartment · Westside, Santa Cruz
3 Days Ago