The Sands

304 Cliff St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$3,720
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
487 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

2 bed 1 bath

$3,720
2 Beds, 1 Bath
487 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
21
$3,720
487
Oct. 16
* 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.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1935
  • 22 units1 story

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
    $52

Due at Move-In

  • 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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Walk Time
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Property Highlights

  • Beautiful Wood Look Flooring*
  • Bike Rack
  • Bilingual Management
  • Bungalow Charm
  • Close To Shopping & Entertainment
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Electronic Payments Accepted
  • Established Landscape
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Flexible Lease Terms
  • Ice Cold Refrigerators & Freezers
  • Minutes From The Beach
  • Modern Fixtures*
  • Modern Upgrades
  • Online Payments Available
  • Premium Plank Flooring*
  • Private Patio In Select Homes
  • Resident Events
  • Security Lighting
  • Steps From World Famous Beach Boardwalk

Apartment Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Patio
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Skylights
  • Smoke Free

Community Features

  • Gas Range
  • Gated
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Walk-Up

Map of The Sands

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

45 min Drive

San José International

Airport

Monterey Regional

53 min Drive

Monterey Regional

Moving to Beach Hill, Santa Cruz, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Sands proximity to River Walk Plaza, Pacific Square, and Soquel Ocean Center. River Walk Plaza is 1.2 miles away, and Pacific Square is within a 15 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, The Sands has some public transit, including 5 transit stops within 45.5 miles. Transit options include Blossom Hill Caltrain Station Northbound and Capitol Caltrain Station Northbound.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Sands are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2 miles, including Neary Lagoon, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park.

Airports

Living in Beach Hill provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 47 minutes from The Sands. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 43.3 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Bay View Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

New Horizons School

Grades K-5

Private

Not rated

Spring Hill School

Grades PK-6

Private

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Mission Hill Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Gateway School

Grades K-8

Private

Not rated

Opal Cliffs

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

Good Shepherd Catholic School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Delta Charter

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Harbor High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Santa Cruz High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

French Unlimited

Grades 6-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
UC Santa Cruz Drive: 13 min (5.1 mi)
Cabrillo College Drive: 12 min (7.1 mi)

About The Sands

Welcome home to The Sands in sunny Santa Cruz, California. You will find our beautiful community located just steps to world class surfing locations, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, shopping centers and restaurants. We are an easy commute to Silicon… Valley and major schools such as UCSC and Cabrillo College. Whether it is going downtown, relaxing at one of the sunny beaches in Santa Cruz or strolling along the San Lorenzo River, you will always be close to home!

The Sands is a gated community with classic Santa Cruz beach bungalow charm. If you are looking for a pet friendly community in Santa Cruz, look no further! Now your pet has the opportunity to relax by your side and enjoy all the comforts of your home.

The Sands is an apartment community in Santa Cruz, CA

Contact

Property Address:
304 Cliff St,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone Number: (833) 788-4809
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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