Chestnut Street Apartments

143 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Last Updated: Today

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$2,674 - $4,408	1 - 2 Beds	1 - 2	1 - 2.5 Baths	1 - 2.5	650 - 1,070 sq. ft.

Rent Specials

Sign a new lease and save up to $5,300! *Offer is valid on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 4/12/25. Other lease terms and lease start dates are available, but pricing and offer may vary. Offer only valid for new Essex residents on approved credit (not applicable to current residents). Savings may be split between the 2nd and 3rd months and/or over the lease term. Quoted prices are for base rent only and do not include other fees such as utilities, pet fees, etc. if applicable. Please reference the Leasing Info page on the Essex website for more information. Restrictions apply.

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bed 1 Bath

$2,674 - $3,059

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 650 Sq. Ft.

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4 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

E228

$2,674

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

I102

$2,969

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

E128

$3,059

650 Sq. Ft.

Now

2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome

$4,218 - $4,408

2 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 1,040 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

A103

$4,218

1,040 Sq. Ft.

Now

F239

$4,373

1,040 Sq. Ft.

Now

C217

$4,408

1,040 Sq. Ft.

4/5/25

2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome

$4,203

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths

, 1,070 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

E229

$4,203

1,070 Sq. Ft.

Now

2 Bed 1 Bath

$4,274

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 900 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

E127

$4,274

900 Sq. Ft.

Now

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

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

Property Information

Built in 2002
96 units / 2 stories

Fees and Policies

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

One-Time Move-In Fees

Administrative Fee
$0
Application Fee
$48

Property Highlights

Night Patrol
Pet friendly
Parking
BBQ area
Online resident portal

Apartment Features

Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Heating
Patio
Refrigerator

Community Features

Dog Park
Grill
Maintenance on site
Picnic Area
Storage Space
Walk-Up

Nearby Colleges & Universities

UC Santa Cruz	Drive: 11 min (4.4 mi)
Cabrillo College	Drive: 11 min (7.6 mi)

Eat & Drink

Groceries

Coffee

Banks

Shopping

Fitness

Points of Interest

Area Scores

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

Active

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

45 min Drive

Airport

Monterey Regional

54 min Drive

Moving to Westside, Santa Cruz, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Chestnut Street Apartments 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 49, Chestnut Street Apartments has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 45.3 miles. Transit options include Winchester Station and Downtown Campbell Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Chestnut Street Apartments 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 Apartments. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 43.8 miles away.

Schools

Brook Knoll Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Out of 10

Bay View Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Out of 10

Spring Hill School

Grades PK-6

Private

Out of 10

Mission Hill Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

Out of 10

Good Shepherd Catholic School

Grades PK-8

Private

Out of 10

Holy Cross

Grades PK-8

Private

Out of 10

Harbor High

Grades 9-12

Public

Out of 10

Santa Cruz Waldorf High School

Grades 9-12

Private

Out of 10

Santa Cruz High

Grades 9-12

Public

Out of 10

GreatSchools Rating

About Chestnut Street Apartments

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 1- and 2-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 BBQ 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.

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 1- and 2-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 BBQ 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.

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