Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Chestnut Street
Monthly Rent
$2,707 - $4,329
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2.5
Sq. Ft.
650 - 1,070 sq ft

Rent Specials

Sign a new lease and save up to $2,700! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Offer available to new residents with approved credit screening and lease start date by 10/10/26. Offer split between second and third month’s rent. Offer is limited to select units and subject to change without notice. Lease terms, pricing, and move-in dates may vary. Restrictions apply. Speak to your leasing agent for details.

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Plan 1A

$2,707 - $2,807
1 Bed, 1 Bath
650 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
I102
$2,807
650
Now
I104
$2,707
650
Nov. 7

Plan 2A

$3,597 - $3,637
2 Beds, 1 Bath
900 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
E132
$3,597
900
Now
E227
$3,637
900
Now

Plan 2B Townhome

$4,107
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,040 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
C217
$4,107
1,040
Now

Plan 2D Townhome

$4,329
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths
1,070 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
B206
$4,329
1,070
Oct. 14
* 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. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Details

Lease Term Options

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

Property Information

  • Built in 2002
  • 96 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

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

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $48
  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $48

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    N/A
  • Administrative Fee
    N/A

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.

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Property Highlights

  • Barbecue area
  • Night Patrol
  • Online resident portal
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Community Features

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

Map of Chestnut Street

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Good public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

45 min Drive

San José International

Airport

Monterey Regional

54 min Drive

Monterey Regional

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 70, Chestnut Street has good public transit, including 5 transit stops within 45.2 miles. Transit options include Blossom Hill Caltrain Station Northbound and Capitol Caltrain Station Northbound.

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

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Bay View Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Brook Knoll Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

New Horizons School

Grades K-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Mission Hill Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Mission Hill Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Opal Cliffs

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

Holy Cross

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Santa Cruz High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Creekside School

Grades K-12

Private

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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.

Chestnut Street is an apartment community in Santa Cruz, CA

Contact

Property Address:
143 Chestnut St,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone Number: (831) 576-6534
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
Chestnut Street

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(831) 576-6534
Tour Options: Self Guided

Languages: English

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