This updated apartment at 221 Laurel St in Santa Cruz combines modern comfort with a fantastic central location. Inside, the space features fresh flooring, updated appliances, and a bright, open layout filled with natural light. The kitchen offers plenty of counter and cabinet space, making it both practical and stylish.
Located just minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, the Boardwalk, and local beaches, you'll have easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. With its clean, modern upgrades and unbeatable location, this apartment is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enjoy the best of coastal living.
221 Laurel St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Available units
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What's special
Clean modern upgradesUpdated appliancesFresh flooring
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: 95060
- Beach AccessEasy coastal access for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside relaxation.College NearbyLocal university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.Outdoor ActivitiesAmple parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.Local BreweriesCraft breweries and taprooms serve unique local flavors and gatherings.
Zip code 95060 covers Santa Cruz’s westside, downtown, and the UC Santa Cruz hills, blending surf-town ease with a creative, eco-minded college vibe. Mornings often start cool and foggy with ocean breezes, clearing to sunny afternoons along West Cliff Drive, Natural Bridges, and Lighthouse Field. Downtown’s Pacific Avenue and Abbott Square host indie shops, the MAH, Kuumbwa Jazz, and the Catalyst, while the westside’s Swift Street Courtyard clusters tasting rooms, Humble Sea and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, West End Tap & Kitchen, Companion Bakeshop, and Verve and Cat & Cloud coffee. Everyday errands are simple with New Leaf Market and Safeway nearby, plus Toadal Fitness and neighborhood parks, including University Terrace dog park. Outdoor life rules—surfing Steamer Lane, coastal biking, and hikes in Pogonip and Wilder Ranch—yet it stays friendly for families, students, professionals, and pets. Per Zillow Rental Manager market trends in recent months, median asking rent sits around the mid-$3,000s, with most listings roughly from the high $2,000s to low $4,000s.
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Santa Cruz
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bay View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Mission Hill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Santa Cruz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 221 Laurel St?
221 Laurel St has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 221 Laurel St?
221 Laurel St has a transit score of 51, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to 221 Laurel St?
The schools assigned to 221 Laurel St include Bay View Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High School.
What neighborhood is 221 Laurel St in?
221 Laurel St is in the 95060 neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA.
