Pacific Shores

1240 Shaffer Rd

Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Starting at $2,990 Per Month
1-2 Beds
1-2 Baths
790+ Sq Ft

Move-In Specials

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Controlled Access
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill

About Pacific Shores

Immerse yourself in the views at Pacific Shores. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, bring the California dream to you with garden-style elegance set adjacent to Natural Bridges Beach, Wilder Ranch, and Antonelli Pond Nature Preserve with views of the sea overlooking the Pacific Ocean in this iconic, historic city. Close to University of California Santa Cruz and the famed Beach Boardwalk – Pacific Shores offers you luxury apartments with an ocean view, walking distance to the Monarch Butterfly trail and easy access to bike & hiking adventures. Live among natural splendor, near everything you want and need on the Westside of Santa Cruz.

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Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom

Mitchell`s Cove

$2,990 - $3,075

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 790 Sq Ft

$900 deposit

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Mitchell`s Cove Floor Plan
2 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
1107 $2,990 790 Now
8201 $3,075 790 Apr 19

Steamer Lane

$3,244

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 817 Sq Ft

$900 deposit

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Steamer Lane Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
1105 $3,244 817 Now

2 Bedrooms

2x2

$4,400 - $4,634

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,016 Sq Ft

$1,100 deposit

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2x2 Floor Plan
3 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
1113 $4,400 1,016 Now
1212 $4,428 1,016 Now
1310 $4,634 1,016 Now

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Rent Estimate Calculator to determine your monthly and one-time costs based on your requirements.

Required Fees
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$49
Pets
Cats
Pet Deposit
$950
Monthly Pet Fee
$75 / mo
Details and Requirements
Max of 2. 80lbs. Weight Limit.
Dogs
Pet Deposit
$950
Monthly Pet Fee
$75 / mo
Details and Requirements
Max of 2. 80lbs. Weight Limit.
Parking
Surface Lot
Parking Fee
$100 / mo
Parking Deposit
$0
Covered
Parking Fee
$120 / mo
Parking Deposit
$0
Street Parking
Parking Deposit
$0
Garage Lot
Parking Fee
$200 / mo

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.

Community Details

Property Information

  • Built in 2003
  • 206 units/3 stories

Lease Options

  • 3 - 15 Month Leases

Utilities Included

  • Electricity

Community Amenities

Property Services

  • Controlled Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Shared Community

  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Walking/Biking Trails

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill
  • Pond

Additional Amenities

  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • Parking

Apartment Features

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free

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