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Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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La Playa Apartments
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La Playa Apartments
La Playa Apartments
204 Riverside Ave,
Santa Cruz,
CA
95060
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- Controlled Access
- Gated
About La Playa Apartments
Thanks for visiting La Playa Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA. This community is located at 204 Riverside Ave in Santa Cruz. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has to offer. Come see La Playa Apartments today.
La Playa Apartments is an apartment community located in Santa Cruz County and the 95060 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Cruz City High School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Gated
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Heating
Kitchen
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Kitchen
204 Riverside Ave,
Santa Cruz,
CA
95060
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.
Learn more about living in Santa Cruz
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Beach Hill | Santa Cruz, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,685 | $2,245 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,569 | $2,689 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,798 | $3,650 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,365 | $3,585 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 41 min | 26.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 47 min | 32.4 mi |
La Playa Apartments is within 14 minutes or 5.6 miles from UC Santa Cruz. It is also near Cabrillo College and West Valley College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
42 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
314 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
510 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
113 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
199 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
181 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near La Playa Apartments
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
76
/ 100
Traffic
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
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204 Riverside Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95060