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$3,500 / Month

229 Villa Mar Vis

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Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Beds Baths Average SF
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About This Property

You won't believe you're in Santa Cruz once you enter this gated community. Escape to the Mediterranean in Santa Cruz on Beach Hill, with the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Main Beach, and the Wharf located within a few blocks from the complex. Downtown Santa Cruz is also within a few blocks providing easy access to night time activities including the movie theater and multitude of dining options. The unit is three stories, with the first floor featuring a one car garage (additional car can be parked in driveway in tandem parking), and first bedroom. The second floor leads the main living area with a gas fireplace in the living area with dining and tiled kitchen with all the appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove). The third floor features the master suite with attached bathroom, and the third bedroom. Both bedrooms feature their own fireplace! Small enclosed courtyard off of the 1st bedroom on the ground floor, and an additional deck off the living area overlooking the complex providing a perfect outdoor escape. The community also features an outdoor shower perfect for washing up from beach activities. 

The unit is fully furnished, with the possibility of being available unfurnished. Sorry no pets. Tenant is responsible for all utilities.

229 Villa Mar Vis is a house located in Santa Cruz County and the 95060 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Cruz City High School District attendance zone.

Location
229 Villa Mar Vis, Santa Cruz,
CA 95060
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Under 30 minutes

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City - Santa Cruz

Welcome to Santa Cruz, where coastal living meets mountain scenery along the shores of Monterey Bay. The Santa Cruz Mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to this Northern California community, known for its natural wonders and beach town atmosphere. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, a California Historic Landmark, anchors the beachfront with its classic amusement rides and entertainment, while Pacific Avenue features local shops and restaurants. Housing options throughout Santa Cruz include properties in the historic district and near the University of California Santa Cruz campus. The local rental market remains competitive, with average rates of $2,139 for studios, $2,572 for one-bedrooms, and $3,562 for two-bedroom units.

Natural Bridges State Beach showcases the area's stunning coastline and hosts a seasonal monarch butterfly grove. The city's surf spots, including Steamer Lane and Pleasure Point, have helped establish Santa Cruz as a cornerstone of California surf culture.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 282-300 Sq Ft $1,925 $2,203 $2,940
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 581 Sq Ft $2,700 $3,382 $3,795
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 650 Sq Ft $3,200 $3,238 $3,350
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
UC Santa Cruz
Drive: 13 min 5.0 mi
Cabrillo College
Drive: 12 min 7.2 mi
West Valley College
Drive: 41 min 26.0 mi
De Anza College
Drive: 46 min 32.2 mi
229 Villa Mar Vis is within 13 minutes or 5.0 miles from UC Santa Cruz. It is also near Cabrillo College and West Valley College.
Schools
Opal Cliffs
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
42 Students
Nearby
Bay View Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
394 Students
Attendance Zone
Mission Hill Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
510 Students
Attendance Zone
Harbor High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,013 Students
Attendance Zone
Santa Cruz High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,093 Students
Attendance Zone
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
199 Students
Nearby
Gateway School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
181 Students
Nearby
Spring Hill School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
126 Students
Nearby
New Horizons School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Santa Cruz Waldorf High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
37 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

229 Villa Mar Vis is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 33.0 miles or 46 minutes away, and Monterey Regional, located 43.5 miles or 55 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Capitol Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 48 min 33.4 mi
Blossom Hill Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 48 min 33.5 mi
San Martin Caltrain Station Northbound
Drive: 61 min 38.8 mi
San Martin Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 61 min 38.9 mi
Morgan Hill Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 62 min 45.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
 Drive: 46 min 33.0 mi
Monterey Regional
 Drive: 55 min 43.5 mi

Walkability Near 229 Villa Mar Vis Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 229 Villa Mar Vis.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
River Walk Plaza
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Pacific Square
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Soquel Ocean Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
229 Villa Mar Vis has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Neary Lagoon
 Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Lighthouse Field State Beach
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Twin Lakes State Beach
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
229 Villa Mar Vis has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Neary Lagoon, Lighthouse Field State Beach, and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Dominican Hospital
Drive: 6 min 3.3 mi
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
229 Villa Mar Vis has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility which is 2.7 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Ames Research Center
Drive: 56 min 39.0 mi
Presidio of Monterey
Drive: 56 min 43.8 mi
Coast Guard Facilities
Drive: 62 min 46.0 mi
229 Villa Mar Vis has 3 military bases within 46.0 miles, the nearest is Ames Research Center which is 39.0 miles away and a 56 minute drive.

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