Looking for the perfect Santa Cruz lifestyle? This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom downstairs apartment at 129 Riverside Ave offers the ideal blend of modern updates and unbeatable coastal convenience. Located in a 4-unit complex, this home puts you right in the heart of everything that makes Santa Cruz special.
Modern Comforts
Enjoy a fresh, clean living space featuring:
Recently Updated Kitchen: Featuring modern cabinetry and updated appliances.
Renovated Bathroom: Clean, contemporary finishes and a fresh feel.
Downstairs Access: Convenient entry with no stairs to navigate daily.
The Ultimate Location
Forget the car this is a "Walk Score" paradise:
Beach & Boardwalk: A short stroll or bike ride to the sand, surf, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Downtown Vibes: Minutes away from Pacific Avenue's best dining, coffee shops, and entertainment.
Easy Commute: Convenient access to transit and main thoroughfares makes commuting to UCSC or Highway 1 a breeze.
-Tenant pays All Utilities
-No Smoking
-No Pets
-Renters Insurance Required
-$43 application fee per applicant
-Leased through Amber Grewer Real Estate DRE# 01346361
Apartment for rent
$2,800/mo
Fees may apply
522 Riverside Ave APT 1, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
2beds
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Apartment
Available Sun Mar 1 2026
No pets
None laundry
Off street parking
Wall furnace
What's special
Modern cabinetryRecently updated kitchenClean contemporary finishesRenovated bathroomUpdated appliances
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Zillow last checked: 11 hours ago
Listing updated: February 03, 2026 at 08:26pm
Travel times
Looking to buy when your lease ends?
Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & a competitive APY.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Contact manager
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Wall, No Utilities included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 2/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,800+3.7% |
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| 1/30/2025 | Listing removed | $2,700 |
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| 12/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,700-5.3% |
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| 11/23/2024 | Listing removed | $2,850 |
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| 10/20/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,850 |
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Neighborhood: 95060
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Gault Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Ark Independent Studies SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Santa Cruz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
