Prime Westside location. 1 BR 1 BA unfurnished, two-story unit for rent behind main historic house near California and Laurel Streets. Private, hedged grounds with mature plantings and fruit trees. Keyed, gated entry to front and rear of property.
Well-maintained backyard apartment includes parking for one car adjacent to unit and in-unit laundry. Pleasant yard and garden shared with main house, occupied by owners.
No dogs: indoor cat ok. (This is a multiple outdoor cat neighborhood.)
Upstairs from first floor hall and laundry is an open, airy living area with kitchen, dining area, living room, bedroom, and ensuite full bathroom with dual sinks and tub/shower. Abundant natural light. Well-equipped kitchen has skylight, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances: gas stove with double oven, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, and refrigerator. Ample closet, cabinet, and counter space; wood plank floors; central heat. Shop area with separate entrance adjacent to laundry accessed periodically by owners.
Suitable for up to two people seeking privacy along with tranquil, neighborly living.
Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and transportation. Steps to Metro (UCSC) bus, Santa Cruz High School, La Reina Market, and The Food Bin; 1 mile to downtown, Cowell Beach/wharf, and West Cliff Drive; 1.5 miles to UCSC. Highly walkable/bikeable area.
Owner pays lawn care, water, and refuse/recycling.
Tenant pays electric/gas and internet/cable.
Security deposit of $3,000
1 yr. lease
No smoking
No dogs: indoor cat ok
To apply, please request a tour on the Zillow site and we will respond.
Rental screening criteria for each applicant:
-Completed rental application and $20 fee
-Copy of current valid government-issued photo ID
-Copy of social security card or W2
-Credit check 715+ FICO*
-Verifiable monthly income: 2.5x monthly rent ($7,500), each applicant*
(or other evidence of ability to pay rent and living expenses for a year)
-Low debt
-Employment history, background, and rental history check
-Positive landlord references
-No guarantors or cosigners
*Section 8/rental voucher applicants must have good credit (715+ FICO) OR:
legal verifiable alternative evidence for ability to pay,
documented monthly income of 2.5x their share of rent,
and meet all other written screening criteria.
Apartment for rent
$3,000/mo
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
1beds
800sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats OK
-- A/C
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Forced air
What's special
Keyed gated entryFruit treesAbundant natural lightPrivate hedged groundsWell-maintained backyard apartmentMature plantingsWood plank floors
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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 & 3.83% APY.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Cable not included in rent, Electricity not included in rent, Garden, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Internet not included in rent, Lawn Care included in rent, Various furnished outdoor sitting areas, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Gated Community
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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10/6/2025 | Price change | $3,000-3.2%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,100$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |