Welcome to Pacific Shores

ABOUT

Welcome to Pacific Shores, where convenience, style, and comfort enhance your apartment living experience. Our apartments in Santa Cruz, CA, have everything you need to both live simply and thrive in a setting that naturally feels like home. Enjoy access to a variety of restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment to get a taste of the vibrant neighborhood that surrounds you. You will experience the perfect combination of nature and contemporary city life here. Take advantage of nearby attractions like The Mystery Spot, or local Westlake Park. After grabbing a bite at Shrine Coffee, Crow's Nest Restaurant, or Zachary's Restaurant, return to our friendly neighborhood for all the simple comforts of home. Choose Pacific Shores for the easy lifestyle you've been looking for.

Address

1240 Shaffer Road
Santa Cruz, California
95060

Phone

P: (831) 431-8005

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

GALLERY

Living Room with Carpeted Flooring and Wall Art | Pacific Shores
Apartment Bathroom with Mirror and Shower | Pacific Shores
Bedroom with Open Windows and Carpeted Flooring | Pacific Shores
Bathroom with Shower and Mirror | Pacific Shores
Apartment Kitchen with Wood Styled Flooring | Pacific Shores
Bedroom with Windows and Carpeted Flooring and Wall Art | Pacific Shores
Kitchen with Dining Room Table and Ceiling Lights | Pacific Shores
Living Room with Open Windows and Carpeted Flooring | Pacific Shores
Patio View of Outdoor Pool | Pacific Shores
Apartment Washer/Dryer | Pacific Shores
Community Exercise Center with Treadmills | Pacific Shores
Community Fitness Center with Weights and Window | Pacific Shores
Sidewalk with Breathtaking Views | Pacific Shores
Outdoor Hot Tub and Pool at Apartment Building | Pacific Shores
Exterior Outdoor Pool with Lounge Seats | Pacific Shores
Apartment Pool with Scenic Views | Pacific Shores
Exterior View of Apartment Garages | Pacific Shores
Outdoor Apartment Pool with Apartment Building | Pacific Shores
Apartment Pool with Lounge Chair Seating | Pacific Shores
Apartment Building with City Views | Pacific Shores
Aerial View of Apartment Property with Scenic Views | Pacific Shores
Apartment Complex with Aerial Views | Pacific Shores
Aerial View of Apartment Property with City Views | Pacific Shores

FLOOR PLANS

A1 - 1x1

A1 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 542

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: $1546

AVAILABLE: 1

WEB SPECIAL:

A2 - 1x1

A2 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 557

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: Contact Us for More Details

WEB SPECIAL:

A3 - 1x1

A3 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 591

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: Contact Us for More Details

WEB SPECIAL:

A4 - 1x1

A4 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 547

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: Contact Us for More Details

WEB SPECIAL:

B1 - 1x1

B1 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 790

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: $3831

AVAILABLE: 2

WEB SPECIAL:

C1 - 2x2

C1 - 2x2

SQ FEET: 1016

BEDROOMS: 2

BATHROOMS: 2

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: $4395

AVAILABLE: 2

WEB SPECIAL:

C2 - 2x2

C2 - 2x2

SQ FEET: 1035

BEDROOMS: 2

BATHROOMS: 2

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: $4860

AVAILABLE: 2

WEB SPECIAL:

D1 - 2x1

D1 - 2x1

SQ FEET: 880

BEDROOMS: 2

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: Contact Us for More Details

WEB SPECIAL:

E1 - 1x1

E1 - 1x1

SQ FEET: 817

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

DEPOSIT: $900

PRICE: Contact Us for More Details

WEB SPECIAL:

AMENITIES

Apartment

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Washer and Dryer in Select Units
  • Custom Cabinetry
  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Large Open Floor Plans
  • Hardwood-Style Floors*
  • Window Coverings
  • Generous Private Balcony or Patio
  • Views of Courtyard, City & Beach
  • Walk to Natural Bridge State Park
  • Close to Boardwalk, UC Santa Cruz, Beaches

Property

  • Beautiful Pool
  • Refreshing Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse Lounge
  • Business Center
  • Outdoor Lounge Area
  • Covered Parking
  • Some Private Garages
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Dedicated yoga lounge
  • Wi-Fi Available
  • On-Site Management
  • 24-Hour Maintenance
  • Online Payments
  • Furnished Apartments Available
  • Corporate Leases Available
  • Flexible Lease Terms

REVIEWS

Karen Cadoree

Stars: 5

Jul 17, 2026

Nok Fin

Stars: 5

Jun 03, 2026

Del Farley

Stars: 5

Nice safe place to live! Easy access to trails and beach!

Jul 20, 2025

Drewcyfer

Stars: 5

Mar 31, 2025

eily brown

Stars: 4

Mar 13, 2025

Taylor Posey

Stars: 5

I moved into this apartment and was floored that I could see the ocean from my room. The environment is beautiful, the way of life is easy, and if you can afford it, worth the investment. My roommates became non-compliant with paying rent, and while I was in fear of being evicted, losing my housing, and being forced out of state, the staff took extra care to assure that we could find a way out of the lease without losing it all. I am forever grateful to the human experience I had with the staff who I would bug repeatedly to see how to solve my problem, and they actually worked to solve it.

Jan 26, 2024

Sarah Liu

Stars: 5

Aug 15, 2022

qchen28 qchen28

Stars: 5

Jul 19, 2019

Randy Kozy

Stars: 5

Nov 04, 2018

Kexin Nie

Stars: 4

(Translated by Google) The community environment is great, with a swimming pool and gym. However, soundproofing inside the buildings is definitely a problem. (Original) 小区环境很棒,有泳池和健身房。不过室内的隔音确实是个问题。

Sep 03, 2018

B Z

Stars: 5

I give full credit for its nice and helpful staffs, they helped me solved a neighborhood noise issue, with their best enthusiasm to keep a quite resident living experience. Leasing office is open 7 days a week, I can always pass by if I had any issue. I was once locked out, and the maintenance guy responded so quickly than expected, without any impatience whatsoever.

Aug 02, 2018

Alexander Lee

Stars: 5

Expensive but by far the best place to live in Santa Cruz. None of the headache required living in a rented home. It's very easy to apply and get approved. The front office staff is friendly, eager and helpful. The maintenance staff is experienced and courteous. The complex has a pool and an adequate gym, which I utilize fully. It is close to campus and Safeway. The only real downside is that the material used in construction is not that sound proof. If you're not living on the top floor then excess sound may become an issue, especially when your neighbor never sleeps before 3am and likes to move around a lot.

Sep 24, 2017

Dohoon Kim

Stars: 5

Mar 12, 2017

남동욱

Stars: 5

I've lived there for one year and I miss it.

Dec 31, 2016

Leslie Dudley

Stars: 5

We have lived here for 10 months and don't feel like we even need to take a vacation. Living here is like staying at a time share!! Anita and Gino in the management office take care of us like we are their spoiled kids. Attending to any request we have had. We had ants at one point and an exterminator was at our front door within 24 hours and we have not seen an ant since. There is no smoking allowed in public areas in Santa Cruz and the apartment complex is supportive. Even allows our pets. We are in heaven. Our third floor apartment with all the amenities including a view of the ocean and pool. Would recommend this complex to anyone. Especially if you like high ceilings, walking to the ocean or having a horse you want to keep close by at the ranch next door. We are so happy to have found Pacific Shores !!!

Sep 25, 2013

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