Charming 40ies vintage 1/2 duplex with small garden located mid town Santa Cruz--Available June 17. 2026 FURNISHED (possibly non-furnished). water/garbage/sewage included. The furnishings are not exact to the photos. Maximum two people, firm. Near 17 and 1 access, avoid the fish-hook!. Back of the duplex is rented (they have their own yard.) Approx 10 min drive to UCSC; bus nearby, or bike to metro, Google bus minutes away. Two bedrooms about the same size, one bathroom with bath/shower, kitchen with gas range/microwave, [NO dishwasher], real hardwood floors, privacy with green all around with small front yard (borders sidewalk) with fruit trees and seasonal flowers. Public transport nearby, bikeable to downtown and the main bus station by the San Lorenzo river path. Easy access to 17. The driveway/ garage is not available -- easy parking on the street, no permit needed. This duplex is grandfathered in to a single family residential zone so its safe. Beaches/wharf also bikeable using the river path. This is a single family residential neighborhood where the neighbors know each other. It is suitable for two people, and one car, maximum two cars. Looking for quiet, responsible, dependable, reliable renter/s, no partyers (mention your references). Please send an email, with both relevant and non-relevant info, which will prompt me to answer. Do not simply ask for a viewing. No RE please. This will indicate to me you have read this profile and are serious ....my place is special and I want to be sure that you are the perfect fit. After move-out the deposit is refundable. The home is currently occupied so only those seriously interested should contact me. Communicating is step number 1. The owner does landscaping about once a week, involving going onto the property-this will be on the lease. no pets You pay PGE, internet; owner pays for water/sewer/garbage Includes washer and dryer AC is not necessary in Santa Cruz 2ppl max past rental and work references required no smoking, no drugs, no parties Please send a detailed message why this place is a perfect fit. Walking distance to Gateway Plaza with grocery store New Leaf, Chipotles, Ross etc. & Grant St Park If this is a roomate situation, one party will be responsible for the monthly rent. Authorized Occupants: Only individuals listed on the formal lease are permitted to reside on the property. Occupancy by any person not named on the lease is strictly prohibited and constitutes a breach of contract, leading to immediate termination of the lease. Visitations by non-residents are limited to a maximum of 4 days per month. Renters insurance is up to you. The property is a smoke-free and drug-free environment. Large gatherings or parties are not permitted. The Owner (residing in Aptos) will perform garden maintenance once per week. The Owner reserves the right to be on the property to perform these duties. There are no fixed times for gardening services; by signing the lease, the Tenant acknowledges and accepts this flexible access for property upkeep. Cars limited to 2. Rent is due in full by the last day of the preceding month (e.g., rent for June must be received by May 31st). In a roommate or co-tenant situation, one primary individual shall be designated as responsible for the total rent payment.
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