The Hilltop
363 Western Dr,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$3,545 - $4,595 | 1-2 Beds
Westside Santa Cruz is a thriving commercial district home to some of the best shops, restaurants, and business right outside of the Bay Area. The southern tip of the neighborhood sits closest to the shore and consists of a wide range of apartment styles. Head to Swift Street to find trendy restaurants, shops, and breweries in and around the Swift Street Courtyard, or travel along Mission Street for more great shopping and dining opportunities. Front Street, located right outside of the neighborhood west of Swift Street, has countless stores and eateries like the Cooperhouse Shopping Center and San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center.
Shopping and dining aren’t the only attractions of Westside. Part of the neighborhood is located on the coast, so beaches and greenspaces are abundant. Check out Natural Bridges State Park, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, and Wilder Ranch State Park for a plethora of outdoor adventures. With so many great features within its borders, it’s no surprise that Westside is popular with both tourists and residents.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Westside is $2,606 for a studio, $3,011 for one bedroom, and $4,127 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westside has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Studio
438 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,606/month
Average Rent
1 BR
636 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,011/month
Average Rent
2 BR
870 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$4,127/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Biker's Paradise
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.