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Pacific Shores

1240 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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  • Monthly Rent

    $3,216 - $4,240

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    790 - 1,035 sq ft

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  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Controlled Access
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill

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Mitchell`s Cove
$3,216 1 Bed 1 Bath 790 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
1 Available unit
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1107
    price $3,216
    square feet 790
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Steamer Lane
$3,481 1 Bed 1 Bath 817 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1105
    price $3,481
    square feet 817
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2x2
$3,445 – $4,240 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,016 Sq Ft $1,100 Deposit
6 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2205
    price $3,445
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2203
    price $3,445
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1113
    price $3,985
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1212
    price $4,015
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2210
    price $4,240
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1310
    price $4,025
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Mar 22

Lighthouse Point
$3,800 – $4,000 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,035 Sq Ft $1,100 Deposit
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 5208
    price $3,800
    square feet 1,035
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  • Unit 3304
    price $4,000
    square feet 1,035
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Mitchell`s Cove
$3,216 1 Bed 1 Bath 790 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1107
    price $3,216
    square feet 790
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Steamer Lane
$3,481 1 Bed 1 Bath 817 Sq Ft $900 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1105
    price $3,481
    square feet 817
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2x2
$3,445 – $4,240 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,016 Sq Ft $1,100 Deposit
6 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2205
    price $3,445
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2203
    price $3,445
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1113
    price $3,985
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1212
    price $4,015
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 2210
    price $4,240
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Now
  • Unit 1310
    price $4,025
    square feet 1,016
    availibility Mar 22

Lighthouse Point
$3,800 – $4,000 2 Beds 2 Baths 1,035 Sq Ft $1,100 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 5208
    price $3,800
    square feet 1,035
    availibility Now
  • Unit 3304
    price $4,000
    square feet 1,035
    availibility Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $49
  • Dogs
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $75
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $950
    80 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    We welcome both dogs and cats up to 2 pets per apartment home. Our pet deposit at move-in is $950 for dogs and $750 for cats and our monthly pet rent is $75 per month. Some breed restrictions apply, and we have a weight limit for dogs of 80 lbs. Please call our Leasing Center for our complete pet policy.
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  • Cats
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $75
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $950
    80 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    We welcome both dogs and cats up to 2 pets per apartment home. Our pet deposit at move-in is $950 for dogs and $750 for cats and our monthly pet rent is $75 per month. Some breed restrictions apply, and we have a weight limit for dogs of 80 lbs. Please call our Leasing Center for our complete pet policy.
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  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $200 / mo
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  • Covered
    • Parking Deposit
      Charged per vehicle.
      $0
    • Parking Fee
      Charged per vehicle.
      $120
    Comments
    We offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
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  • Street Parking
    • Parking Deposit
      Charged per vehicle.
      $0
    Comments
    We offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
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  • Surface Lot
    • Parking Deposit
      Charged per vehicle.
      $0
    • Parking Fee
      Charged per vehicle.
      $100
    Comments
    We offer covered parking. Please contact our Leasing Center for complete parking information.
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Utilities Included

  • Electricity

Lease Options

  • 3 - 15 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 2003
  • 206 units/3 stories

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About Pacific Shores

Immerse yourself in the views at Pacific Shores. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, bring the California dream to you with garden-style elegance set adjacent to Natural Bridges Beach, Wilder Ranch, and Antonelli Pond Nature Preserve with views of the sea overlooking the Pacific Ocean in this iconic, historic city. Close to University of California Santa Cruz and the famed Beach Boardwalk – Pacific Shores offers you luxury apartments with an ocean view, walking distance to the Monarch Butterfly trail and easy access to bike & hiking adventures. Live among natural splendor, near everything you want and need on the Westside of Santa Cruz.

Pacific Shores is an apartment community located in Santa Cruz County and the 95060 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Cruz City Elementary attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Parking
  • BBQ/Picnic Area

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  • Tuesday, 2pm - 6pm
  • Wednesday, 9am - 1pm
  • Thursday & Friday, 2pm - 6pm
  • Saturday, 10am - 5pm
  • Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Clubhouse

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Pond

Apartment Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
Location
1240 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz,
CA 95060
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Neighborhood

Westside Santa Cruz is a thriving commercial district home to some of the best shops, restaurants, and business right outside of the Bay Area. The southern tip of the neighborhood sits closest to the shore and consists of a wide range of apartment styles. Head to Swift Street to find trendy restaurants, shops, and breweries in and around the Swift Street Courtyard, or travel along Mission Street for more great shopping and dining opportunities. Front Street, located right outside of the neighborhood west of Swift Street, has countless stores and eateries like the Cooperhouse Shopping Center and San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center.

Shopping and dining aren’t the only attractions of Westside. Part of the neighborhood is located on the coast, so beaches and greenspaces are abundant. Check out Natural Bridges State Park, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, and Wilder Ranch State Park for a plethora of outdoor adventures.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Westside Santa Cruz, CA
Studio $2,720 $2,207
1 Bedroom $3,016 $2,688
2 Bedrooms $3,771 $3,641
3 Bedrooms - $3,600
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Pond
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Parking
  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Surface Lot Parking $55
Assigned Covered Parking $65
Assigned Garage Parking $200
Cat Rent $75
Dog Rent $75
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Cat Deposit $950
Dog Fee $0
Dog Deposit $950
Utilities Included
Electricity Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 2pm - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 2pm - 6pm
Friday 2pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
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Education
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Bay View Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
394 Students
Attendance Zone
Brook Knoll Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
498 Students
Nearby
Pacific Collegiate Charter
Charter Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
536 Students
Nearby
Mission Hill Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
510 Students
Attendance Zone
Santa Cruz Waldorf School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
140 Students
Nearby
Brightpath
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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44
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
28
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
72
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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  • 1BR/1BA

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pacific Shores have in-unit laundry?

While Pacific Shores does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Pacific Shores?

Pacific Shores includes electricity in rent. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Pacific Shores?

Parking is available at Pacific Shores. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Pacific Shores has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $3,216/mo. to $4,240/mo.

Is Pacific Shores pet-friendly?

Yes, Pacific Shores welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Pacific Shores?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $3,216 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $128,640 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Pacific Shores have move-in specials?

Pacific Shores is offering 2 Months Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $3,216.

Does Pacific Shores offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Pacific Shores offers 7 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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