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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Santa Cruz, senior citizen apartments in Santa Cruz might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Santa Cruz and consider their options. With 32 senior rentals in Santa Cruz, CA, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Santa Cruz 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
We are also serving Senior Apartments facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eastside, Riverwalk and Downtown Santa Cruz.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Live Oak, Scotts Valley or Pasatiempo.
Types of care available in Santa Cruz, CA
Senior Apartments
I'm currently a resident at Glen Loma Apartments. This facility has parking issues! You only get one parking place for a two bedroom apartment! Which means that there is no guest parking! Additionally, it took two months for me to get assist handles put in the shower. Also, the kitchen is poorly designed.
They really are dog-friendly and have a very nice garden that dogs can run around in. The total dog count at the moment is 7, all of them small. The main problem is that the place has recently changed ownership and the new administration hasn't completely settled in yet. But they are very friendly and I think they are doing as well as they can.
33935 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587
33935 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587
33821 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587
33821 Alvarado Niles Road, Union City, CA 94587
700 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
251 Kottinger Dr, Pleasanton, CA 94566
1060 Terra Nova Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044
The average cost of senior living in Santa Cruz is 2,091 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Los Gatos, CA with an average of 1,626 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
A picturesque coastal California gem just south of the Bay Area, Santa Cruz offers many conveniences and attractions typical of a large urban center but still retains the charm of a beach town or seaside resort. An iconic amusement park, unique museums, diverse shopping and dining experiences, and several healthcare facilities combine to make Santa Cruz a well-rounded city with a wide variety of entertainment options. The region’s warm Mediterranean climate provides year-round opportunities to enjoy Santa Cruz to the fullest. Pristine beaches and natural areas, like Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, create all kinds of possibilities for residents to enjoy an active lifestyle — and Northern California’s wine country is never far away.
In Santa Cruz, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.
The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was around $1,500 in the state of California.
The total household expenses associated with living in Santa Cruz are rated nine points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 129 | 102 | 107 | 106 | 102 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $90,244 per year | $54,913 per year | $67,765 per year | $35,608 per year | $43,394 per year | $5,835 per year | $1,375 per month |
The top hospitals that service Santa Cruz include:
Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz’s climate is classified as warm-summer Mediterranean, meaning the city experiences mild, wet winters and mostly dry summers. The average humidity level is 73%, and humidity levels are often highest during February at about 76%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 51°F | 61°F | 40°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 64°F | 75°F | 53°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | 11.7% | 63,054 | 4,949 per square mile | 2.4 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4% | 9.8% | 1.9% | 21.1% | 0.2% | 5.9% | 62.6% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Santa Cruz County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 75% | 17.8% | 7.3% |
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Santa Cruz include:
Outdoor attractions in Santa Cruz:
Santa Cruz’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Santa Cruz METRO operates bus routes in Santa Cruz and neighboring cities, as well as an express bus to San Jose. For cyclists, Santa Cruz has many facilities catered to bike transit, such as lockers and racks throughout the city to make biking a viable option for transportation within the city. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Santa Cruz.
Pacific Grove Senior Living, Glen Loma Apartments and Town Park Towers are the top-rated senior apartments near Santa Cruz, California. See full list of communities.
There are 32 senior apartments near Santa Cruz, California. See the full list.
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