Welcome to Prospect Heights livingwhere charm, comfort, and location come together. This spacious single-story 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers a rare opportunity to settle into one of Santa Cruz's most sought-after neighborhoods. Nestled on a quiet residential street, this home provides the perfect blend of peaceful surroundings and easy access to parks, top-rated schools, local dining, and the freeway for convenient commuting.
Inside, the home features a bright and inviting layout with generous living space, a functional kitchen, and a cozy dining area. The primary suite is a standout, offering a spacious bedroom with a large walk-in closet and a private attached bathroom. Two additional bedrooms are located nearby and share a full bathroom, while a separate half bath adds extra convenience for guests.
A large laundry room provides plenty of space for storage and everyday functionality, and the private backyard is perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining.
Term Lease
No Utilities Included
Pets Ok
House for rent
$5,300/mo
242 Elk St, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
3beds
1,537sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
-- A/C
In unit laundry
-- Parking
-- Heating
What's special
Private backyardPeaceful surroundingsLarge walk-in closetPrimary suiteCozy dining areaBright and inviting layoutGenerous living space
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Walk In Closet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,537 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: No Utilities included in rent, Walk In Closet
Details
- Parcel number: 00905184
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,300+10.4%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 | ||
| 8/30/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,800$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 #ML81905652 | ||
| 8/28/2009 | Sold | $500,000+194.1%$325/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 9/18/1997 | Sold | $170,000$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
