# Beach Hill Studio | Walk to the Beach, Boardwalk & Downtown Santa Cruz
**6-Month Lease**
** Photos are of a Similar Unit**
Welcome to **902 3rd Street** a bright and inviting **studio apartment** located in the highly desirable **Beach Hill neighborhood of Santa Cruz**.
Experience the charm of coastal living where beaches, ocean views, local cafes, shopping, and entertainment are all just moments from your front door. This comfortable studio offers a practical layout and an unbeatable location for enjoying everything Santa Cruz has to offer.
Start your mornings with a beach walk, spend afternoons exploring downtown, and end the day watching the sunset over the Pacific all from one of Santa Cruz's most sought-after coastal neighborhoods.
## Apartment Features
Studio Layout with Open Living & Sleeping Space
1 Full Bathroom
Functional Kitchen with Essential Appliances
Large Windows with Natural Light
Off-Street Parking Included
On-Site Laundry
Pet-Friendly Community *(ask for details)*
## Live Close to Everything
Located just minutes from:
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Wharf
Downtown Santa Cruz
Local cafes and restaurants
Boutique shopping and entertainment
Public transportation access
This highly walkable neighborhood also offers easy biking routes and convenient access throughout Santa Cruz.
## Explore Santa Cruz & the Beautiful Coastline
One of the best parts of living here is having the California coast at your doorstep.
**Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk**
Classic oceanfront rides, arcades, concerts, and seasonal events.
**Santa Cruz Wharf**
Waterfront dining, local shops, sea lion viewing, and beautiful bay scenery.
**Cowell Beach & Main Beach**
Popular for beach days, surfing, volleyball, and sunset walks.
**West Cliff Drive**
One of Santa Cruz's most iconic coastal routes perfect for walking, biking, jogging, and breathtaking ocean views.
**Natural Bridges State Beach**
Known for scenic cliffs, tide pools, and seasonal monarch butterflies.
**Lighthouse Field State Beach & Surfing Museum**
A favorite local destination with stunning coastal views and surf culture.
**Scenic Coastline Destinations Nearby**
**Davenport Coast** *(Approx. 15 minutes north)*
Explore dramatic ocean cliffs, hidden beaches, and scenic Highway 1 views.
**Shark Fin Cove** *(Approx. 20 minutes north)*
A picturesque coastal stop known for rugged rock formations and ocean overlooks.
**Capitola Village** *(Approx. 10 minutes south)*
Colorful beachfront shops, dining, and one of the area's most charming coastal towns.
**Seacliff State Beach** *(Approx. 20 minutes south)*
Enjoy ocean walks and beautiful coastal scenery.
**Monterey & Cannery Row** *(Approx. 50 minutes south)*
Perfect for weekend adventures, waterfront dining, and scenic drives along the bay.
## Nearby Schools
Bay View Elementary
Mission Hill Middle School
Santa Cruz High School
## Rental Highlights
Beach Hill Santa Cruz Location
Parking Included
On-Site Laundry
Pet-Friendly Community *(contact for details)*
Walkable Coastal Neighborhood
Convenient Access to Beaches, Downtown & Local Amenities
Whether you enjoy morning coffee by the ocean, evenings downtown, or weekend drives along California's coastline, this studio places you close to it all.
Schedule your showing today and come experience Santa Cruz coastal living for yourself.
Contact us for additional information or to arrange a tour.
6 months
Apartment for rent
$2,383/mo
Fees may apply
902 3rd St, Unit 9, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Studio
300sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Shared laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Off-street parking included
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Santa Cruz
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 6 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,383$8/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
Neighborhood: 95060
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Bay View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Mission Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Santa Cruz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
There are 4 available units in this apartment building
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