Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button St,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$2,900 - $3,955
1-2 Beds
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
University of California, Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz, CA Area Guide
Root for the Banana Slugs in your blue and gold
UCSC
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UC Santa Cruz
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Banana Slugs
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Slugs
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Public
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Progressive
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Sustainable
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Scenic
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The University of California, Santa Cruz has earned international recognition as a university with high-impact research and a strong commitment to teaching and public service since its establishment in 1965. Rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge research opportunities in world-class facilities distinguish UC Santa Cruz, teaching students how to think as opposed to what to think. Redwood forests surround the UCSC campus, adding a serene atmosphere and a reminder of the importance of sustainable efforts. Various styles of apartments, condos, and houses are available for rent near UC Santa Cruz. Nearby neighborhoods include the Westside, Downtown, and Midtown. A wide range of student clubs, NCAA Division III Slugs athletic teams, and rotating cultural events add to the vibrancy of the UCSC campus. Several state parks and beaches are easily accessible from campus, lending a host of possibilities for outdoor recreation. San Francisco, San Jose, and Monterey are all less than a two-hour drive away as well.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Santa Cruz, CA is $2,218 for a studio, $2,689 for one bedroom, $3,633 for two bedrooms, and $3,615 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Santa Cruz has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
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Studio
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361 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,218/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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586 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,689/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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843 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,633/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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811 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,615/month
Average Rent
Transportation
81
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
36
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
93
Biker's Paradise
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
453 Students
Public
Grades K-5
481 Students
Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
Public
Grades K-5
498 Students
Public
Grades K-5
214 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
510 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
409 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
478 Students
Santa Cruz County Special Education School
Public
Grades K-12
105 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,093 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,013 Students
Santa Cruz County Special Education School
Public
Grades K-12
105 Students
Public
Grades 10-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- UCSC Arboretum
- Moore Creek Preserve
- Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Wilder Ranch State Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
- Monterey Regional
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.