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    Pacific Shores

    1240 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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    • Special offer! 6 weeks FREE end of Summer Special *selected units, restrictions apply
    • Cozy up and fall into your new home today! Now offering up to SIX WEEKS FREE!
    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Covered parking
    Shared laundry

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
    , sortable column    		Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    1106Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    Floor plan
    790
    Nov 14
    $3,094
    1105Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    Floor plan
    817
    Oct 8
    $3,244
    2105Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Oct 17
    $3,999
    8204Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Oct 1
    $4,018
    8304Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Now
    $4,089
    3305Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Oct 10
    $4,114
    2107Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Oct 12
    $4,149
    5108Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Nov 1
    $4,224
    8208Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Now
    $4,254
    2206Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Now
    $4,454
    1212Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Oct 9
    $4,529
    3204Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,035
    Now
    $4,529
    2310Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Now
    $4,614
    2210Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    Floor plan
    1,016
    Now
    $4,854

    What's special

    Clubhouse
    Get the party started
    This building features a clubhouse. Less than 5% of buildings in Santa Cruz have this amenity.
    Set among the redwoodsGarden-style eleganceSea cliffs
    WANT TO WAKE UP AND SURF IN THE HEART OF SANTA CRUZ? Put yourself in the view at Pacific Shores. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, bring the California dream to you with garden-style elegance set among the redwoods, sea cliffs, and rich culture of an iconic city. Close to University of California Santa Cruz and the famed Beach Boardwalk between the banks of the San Lorenzo River and the surf Pacific Shores immerses you in beachfront luxury. Live among natural splendor, near everything you want and need on the Westside of Santa Cruz.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon:2 pm - 6 pm
    Tue:2 pm - 6 pm
    Wed:9 am - 1 pm
    Thu:2 pm - 6 pm
    Fri:2 pm - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:10 am - 5 pm

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Club House
    • Fitness Center
    Other
    • Shared: Laundry
    • Swimming Pool: Pool

    Unit Features

    Internet/Satellite
    • High-speed Internet Ready: High Speed Internet Available

    Policies

    Parking
    • Off Street Parking
    • Street Parking
    Lease terms
    • Available months 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,
    Pet essentials
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    • DogsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)80
      Monthly dog rent$75
      Dog deposit$950
    • CatsAllowed
      Number allowed2
      Weight limit (lbs.)80
      Monthly cat rent$75
      Cat deposit$950
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    Restrictions
    We welcome both dogs and cats up to 2 pets per apartment home. Our pet deposit at move-in is $950 for dogs and $750 for cats and our monthly pet rent is $75 per month. Some breed restrictions apply, and we have a weight limit for dogs of 80 lbs. Please call our Leasing Center for our complete pet policy.

    Special Features

    • Bbq/picnic Area
    • Courtyard
    • Spa

    Neighborhood: 95060

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    37 / 100
    Car-Dependent
    28 / 100
    Some Transit
    72 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Santa Cruz

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Pacific Shores?

    Pacific Shores has a walk score of 37, it's car-dependent.

    What is the transit score of Pacific Shores?

    Pacific Shores has a transit score of 28, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Pacific Shores?

    The schools assigned to Pacific Shores include Bay View Elementary School and Pacific Collegiate Charter School.

    Does Pacific Shores have in-unit laundry?

    No, but Pacific Shores has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is Pacific Shores in?

    Pacific Shores is in the 95060 neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA.

    What are Pacific Shores's policies on pets?

    Dogs are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 80lbs. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. To have a dog at Pacific Shores there is a required deposit of $950. This building has monthly fee of $75 for dogs. Cats are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 80lbs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. To have a cat at Pacific Shores there is a required deposit of $950. This building has monthly fee of $75 for cats.

    There are 4+ floor plans availableWith 68% more variety than properties in the area, you're sure to find a place that fits your lifestyle.