Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Last Updated: Today

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$2,829 - $4,147	1 - 2 Beds	1 - 2	1 - 2.5 Baths	1 - 2.5	650 - 1,070 sq. ft.

Rent Specials

Sign a new lease and save up to $2,600! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Lease terms vary. Savings split between months two and three. Lease start by 11/15/25. New residents only, on approved credit. Restrictions apply - see leasing for details.

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bed 1 Bath

$2,829

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 650 Sq. Ft.

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Dec. 31

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

I101

$2,829

650 Sq. Ft.

12/31/25

2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome

$3,797 - $4,077

2 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 1,040 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

B212

$3,797

1,040 Sq. Ft.

Now

B210

$3,797

1,040 Sq. Ft.

Now

F235

$4,077

1,040 Sq. Ft.

11/26/25

2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome

$3,867 - $4,147

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths

, 1,070 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

B211

$3,867

1,070 Sq. Ft.

Now

F234

$4,147

1,070 Sq. Ft.

11/26/25

2 Bed 1 Bath

$3,757

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 900 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

C214

$3,757

900 Sq. Ft.

Now

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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.

Details

Lease Term Options

We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!

Property Information

Built in 2002
96 units / 2 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

Application Fee Per Applicant
$48 one-time
Application Fee Per Applicant
$48 one-time

Due at Move-In

Administrative Fee
$0 one-time
Administrative Fee
$0 one-time

Due at Move-Out

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Property Highlights

Night Patrol
Barbecue area
Online resident portal
Pet friendly
Parking

Apartment Features

Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Heating
Patio
Refrigerator

Community Features

Dog Park
Maintenance on site
Picnic Area
Storage Space
Walk-Up

Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ^®

Walker's Paradise90 / 100

Transit Score ^®

Some Transit49 / 100

Bike Score ^®

Biker's Paradise99 / 100

Soundscore ^™

Active73 / 100

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

45 min Drive

Airport

Monterey Regional

54 min Drive

Moving to Westside, Santa Cruz, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Chestnut Street proximity to Mission Village Center, Pacific Square, and River Walk Plaza. Mission Village Center is 0.6 miles away, and Pacific Square is within a 12 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 49, Chestnut Street has some transit, including 5 transit stops within 45.3 miles. Transit options include Blossom Hill and Capitol.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Chestnut Street are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Neary Lagoon, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and Lighthouse Field State Beach.

Airports

Living in Westside provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 45 minutes from Chestnut Street. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 43.8 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Brook Knoll Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Bay View Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Spring Hill School

Grades PK-6

Private

Mission Hill Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

Good Shepherd Catholic School

Grades PK-8

Private

Holy Cross

Grades PK-8

Private

Santa Cruz Waldorf High School

Grades 9-12

Private

Santa Cruz High

Grades 9-12

Public

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

UC Santa Cruz

Drive: 11 min (4.4 mi)

Cabrillo College

Drive: 11 min (7.6 mi)

About Chestnut Street

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Experience the essence of Santa Cruz living at Chestnut Street apartments in Santa Cruz, CA. Choose from our selection of one- and two-bedroom apartment homes for rent including multilevel,... townhome-style floor plans. Our charming, seaside-inspired exteriors welcome you home to comfortable residences that feature efficient layouts and ample storage space. Select homes extend your living space outdoors with your own private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, you will enjoy manicured barbecue and picnic areas as well as two enclosed dog parks—all in proximity to the beach. Just outside our grounds, enjoy proximity to all the best of Santa Cruz. In addition to notable beaches, you will find a charming town rich with history, academics, and stunning natural landscapes. When it’s time to travel outside of our area, highways 1, 9, and 17 will easily take you to the Peninsula and beyond. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Experience the essence of Santa Cruz living at Chestnut Street apartments in Santa Cruz, CA. Choose from our selection of one- and two-bedroom apartment homes for rent including multilevel, townhome-style floor plans. Our charming, seaside-inspired exteriors welcome you home to comfortable residences that feature efficient layouts and ample storage space. Select homes extend your living space outdoors with your own private patio or balcony. Around our pet-friendly community, you will enjoy manicured barbecue and picnic areas as well as two enclosed dog parks—all in proximity to the beach. Just outside our grounds, enjoy proximity to all the best of Santa Cruz. In addition to notable beaches, you will find a charming town rich with history, academics, and stunning natural landscapes. When it’s time to travel outside of our area, highways 1, 9, and 17 will easily take you to the Peninsula and beyond. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.

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