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The Hilltop

363 Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Floor Plan Summary
Total Monthly Price Bedrooms Bathrooms
$3,545 - $4,595 1 - 2 1 Bath

Pricing and Floor Plans

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A4

$3,545
1 Bed, 1 Bath
657 Sq. Ft.

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15 Rentals Available
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Shared
$3,545
657
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A4 Triple
$3,545
657
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A3

$4,045
1 Bed, 1 Bath
818 Sq. Ft.

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9 Rentals Available
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A3 Large Triple
$4,045
818
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B4

$4,445
2 Beds, 1 Bath
818 Sq. Ft.

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B4 Double
$4,445
818
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818
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818
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B2

$4,595
2 Beds, 1 Bath
823 Sq. Ft.

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5 Rentals Available
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$4,595
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B6

$4,595
2 Beds, 1 Bath
836 Sq. Ft.

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$4,595
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$4,595
836
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. 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

  • 9 - 11 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1974
  • 168 units / 3 stories

Fees and Policies

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

Utilities & Essentials

  • Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
    Included
    Disclaimer: Price varies based on amount of coverage.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee
    $50

Due at Move-In

  • Trash Services - Hauling
    Varies one-time
    Disclaimer: Price varies based on utility cost. 56 Utility apportionment is allocation: divided eq per unit.
  • Utility - Billing Administrative Fee
    $6.09

Property Fee Disclaimer Total Monthly Leasing Price includes base rent, all monthly mandatory and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable, usage-based, and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying. Pets: Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply. Rentable Items: All Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.

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Property Highlights

  • 3 Laundry Centers On-Site
  • Canyon View In Select Units
  • Hard Surface Flooring
  • Live Minutes To The Beach And Boardwalk!
  • All Utilities Paid By Resident
  • Ocean View In Select Units
  • Virtual Tours Available. Call Today!

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Double Pane Windows

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Clubhouse
  • Courtyard
  • Dog Park
  • Garages
  • Grill
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Online Services
  • Package Service

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Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable40 / 100

Transit

Good public transit60 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable90 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable60 / 100

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Active77 / 100

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Transit

Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
50 min Drive
San José International
Airport
Monterey Regional
59 min Drive
Monterey Regional

Moving to Westside, Santa Cruz, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Hilltop proximity to Almar Shopping Center, Palm Center, and Mission Village Center. Almar Shopping Center is 1.1 miles away, and Palm Center is within a 24 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, The Hilltop has good public transit, including 5 transit stops within 46.9 miles. Transit options include Tamien Caltrain Station Southbound and Capitol Caltrain Station Southbound.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Hilltop are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Natural Bridges State Beach, Moore Creek Preserve, and Neary Lagoon.

Airports

Living in Westside provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 50 minutes from The Hilltop. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 45.4 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

7 rating

Brook Knoll Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

9 rating

Westlake Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

9 rating

Mission Hill Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

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Santa Cruz Waldorf School

Grades PK-8

Private

8 rating

Pacific Collegiate Charter

Grades 6-12

Public

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Creekside School

Grades K-12

Private

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Brightpath

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

UC Santa Cruz

Drive: 11 min (3.8 mi)

Cabrillo College

Drive: 16 min (9.2 mi)

About The Hilltop

Live above the rest at The Hilltop Apartments! You'll find our beautiful apartment community located at the top of the hill on Western Drive on the westside area of Santa Cruz. We are just 1.4 miles from UCSC, on the bus line and just a few minutes... to gorgeous beaches and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Many of our apartment homes feature scenic views of the pacific ocean, canyons and enchanting gardens. Our community is sprawled out over 9 acres and feature 845 trees on property. Each home includes one reserved parking space with plenty of parking available for guests on site. Other amenities include Amazon parcel lockers, 3 laundry centers on site, extra storage, hammock garden, an outdoor BBQ area and lounge, fire pits, and a sparkling heated pool and soothing spa to destress and decompress after the hustle and bustle. Each home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, floor to ceiling closets with built-in organizers with a private patio or balcony. Exciting renovations are underway! We offer spacious apartments with brand new interiors which include faux wood plank flooring, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances and ceiling fans + new carpet (in select homes in the bedroom).

We'd love the opportunity to take you on a grand personal tour and reserve your new home, today! Contact us to set up an appointment and make your move to The Hilltop Apartments.

The Hilltop is an apartment community in Santa Cruz, CA

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Contact

Property Address:
363 Western Dr,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone Number: (831) 318-4235
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Hilltop

4.6

11 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

2/24/26

Do Not Rent Here.

Do. Not. Live. Here.
Hilltop is an absolute nightmare. The management is unresponsive, dismissive, and consistently fails to address even basic health and safety issues. Mold shows up again and again, the plumbing is a mess, and every “repair” is either delayed or done so poorly that the problem comes right back. Nothing gets handled unless you chase them endlessly, and even then, you’re ignored more often than not.

Save yourself the stress, the health risks, and the constant frustration. There...
are far better places than this.

Review from Apartments.com

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Property Manager at The Hilltop responded to this review

Hello, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating and concerning it can be to feel that your issues were not addressed promptly or effectively. At Hilltop, we... take all concerns related to health, safety, and maintenance seriously. Your comments regarding mold, plumbing, and communication are not reflective of the standards we strive to uphold, and we regret that this has been your experience. Feedback like yours is important, as it helps us identify areas that require immediate attention and improvement. We remain committed to addressing resident concerns responsibly and improving our processes moving forward. Thank you again for sharing your perspective.

2/12/26

Would recommend

My stay at the hilltop has been a positive experience so far. The community itself is beautiful and the units are spacious. Office has been helpful with all of my questions about renewals. We are planning on renewing once we finalize our roommate situation. Happy to be here!

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Property Manager at The Hilltop responded to this review

Hello, thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the Hilltop and your spacious unit. Our team works hard to make sure residents feel supported, so it’s great to know the office has been helpful with your... questions. We’re happy to have you as part of our community and look forward to your continued stay!

10/24/25

Living at The Hilltop has been a great experience!

Living at The Hilltop has been a great experience! The community is well-maintained, the amenities are convenient, and the staff is always friendly and helpful.

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Property Manager at The Hilltop responded to this review

Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so glad to hear you’re enjoying life at Hilltop and that the community, amenities, and team have all made a positive impression. We truly appreciate your kind words and are happy to have you as part... of the community. Thank you!

10/16/25

Great Community

I enjoy living at The Hilltop! The amenities are great, and I love that they host events for their residents (free food is a plus). The office is friendly. Overall, it’s a great transition for students like me living off campus for the first time.

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Property Manager at The Hilltop responded to this review

Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the amenities and resident events, and that our friendly office team has made your transition to off campus living a positive one. We’re happy to have you as part... of The Hilltop community!

10/10/25

Love it here!

My experience so far has been great living here. Move-in was smooth and the staff has been really nice and attentive. 5/5 would recommend!

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Property Manager at The Hilltop responded to this review

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that your move-in went smoothly and that our team has been attentive. We appreciate your recommendation and are happy to have you as part of our community!

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