* 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.
* 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.
* 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.
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
Varies
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee
$50 one-time
Due at Move-In
Due at Move-Out
Other Pet Fees
Pet Deposit (Refundable)
$200 one-time
Personalized Add-Ons
Renters Liability Only
$10.75 / occurrence
Renters Liability/Content - Property Program
$14.50 / mo
Situational
Access Device - Replacement
$50 / occurrence
Late Fee
$150 / occurrence
Returned Payment Fee (NSF)
$25 / occurrence
Intra-Community Transfer Fee
$300 / occurrence
Security Deposit (Refundable)
Varies
Property Fee Disclaimer: Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying. Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply. Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.
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Property Highlights
Live above the rest at The Hilltop Apartments! You'll find our beautiful apartment community located at the top of the hill on Western Drive on the westside area of Santa Cruz. We are just 1.4 miles from UCSC, on the bus line and just a few minutes to gorgeous beaches and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Many of our apartment homes feature scenic views of the pacific ocean, canyons and enchanting gardens. Our community is sprawled out over 9 acres and feature 845 trees on property. Each home includes one reserved parking space with plenty of parking available for guests on site. Other amenities include Amazon parcel lockers, 3 laundry centers on site, extra storage, hammock garden, an outdoor BBQ area and lounge, fire pits, and a sparkling heated pool and soothing spa to destress and decompress after the hustle and bustle. Each home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, floor to ceiling closets with built-in organizers with a private patio or balcony. Exciting renovations are underway! We offer spacious apartments with brand new interiors which include faux wood plank flooring, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances and ceiling fans + new carpet (in select homes in the bedroom).
We'd love the opportunity to take you on a grand personal tour and reserve your new home, today! Contact us to set up an appointment and make your move to The Hilltop Apartments.
All Utilities Paid By Resident
Ocean View In Select Units
Virtual Tours Available. Call Today!
3 Laundry Centers On-Site
Canyon View In Select Units
Hard Surface Flooring
Live Minutes To The Beach And Boardwalk!
Apartment Features
Balcony
Built-In Bookshelves
Cable Ready
Carpet
Ceiling Fans
Deck
Dining Room
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double Pane Windows
Eat-in Kitchen
Freezer
Garden
Granite Countertops
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Speed Internet Access
Kitchen
Large Bedrooms
Linen Closet
Loft Layout
Microwave
Oven
Patio
Range
Refrigerator
Skylights
Stainless Steel Appliances
Tub/Shower
Vaulted Ceiling
Views
Vinyl Flooring
Window Coverings
Community Features
Bicycle Storage
Clubhouse
Courtyard
Dog Park
Garages
Grill
Lounge
Multi Use Room
Online Services
Package Service
Picnic Area
Planned Social Activities
Pool
Private Bathroom
Public Transportation
Recycling
Shuttle To Campus
Spa
Study Lounge
Walk-Up
Zen Garden
Area Scores
Walk Score ®
Car-Dependent48 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit31 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable64 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active77 / 100
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
50 min Drive
Airport
Monterey Regional
59 min Drive
Moving to Westside, Santa Cruz, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Hilltop proximity to Almar Shopping Center, Palm Center, and Mission Village Center. Almar Shopping Center is 1.1 miles away, and Palm Center is within a 24 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 31, The Hilltop has some transit, including 5 transit stops within 46.9 miles. Transit options include Tamien Caltrain Station Southbound and Blossom Hill.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Hilltop are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Natural Bridges State Beach, Moore Creek Preserve, and Neary Lagoon.
Airports
Living in Westside provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 50 minutes from The Hilltop. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 45.4 miles away.
Property Details
Live above the rest at The Hilltop Apartments! You'll find our beautiful apartment community located at the top of the hill on Western Drive on the westside area of Santa Cruz. We are just 1.4 miles from UCSC, on the bus line and just a few minutes... to gorgeous beaches and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Many of our apartment homes feature scenic views of the pacific ocean, canyons and enchanting gardens. Our community is sprawled out over 9 acres and feature 845 trees on property. Each home includes one reserved parking space with plenty of parking available for guests on site. Other amenities include Amazon parcel lockers, 3 laundry centers on site, extra storage, hammock garden, an outdoor BBQ area and lounge, fire pits, and a sparkling heated pool and soothing spa to destress and decompress after the hustle and bustle. Each home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, floor to ceiling closets with built-in organizers with a private patio or balcony. Exciting renovations are underway! We offer spacious apartments with brand new interiors which include faux wood plank flooring, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances and ceiling fans + new carpet (in select homes in the bedroom).
We'd love the opportunity to take you on a grand personal tour and reserve your new home, today! Contact us to set up an appointment and make your move to The Hilltop Apartments.
Live above the rest at The Hilltop Apartments! You'll find our beautiful apartment community located at the top of the hill on Western Drive on the westside area of Santa Cruz. We are just 1.4 miles from UCSC, on the bus line and just a few minutes to gorgeous beaches and the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Many of our apartment homes feature scenic views of the pacific ocean, canyons and enchanting gardens. Our community is sprawled out over 9 acres and feature 845 trees on property. Each home includes one reserved parking space with plenty of parking available for guests on site. Other amenities include Amazon parcel lockers, 3 laundry centers on site, extra storage, hammock garden, an outdoor BBQ area and lounge, fire pits, and a sparkling heated pool and soothing spa to destress and decompress after the hustle and bustle. Each home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, floor to ceiling closets with built-in organizers with a private patio or balcony. Exciting renovations are underway! We offer spacious apartments with brand new interiors which include faux wood plank flooring, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances and ceiling fans + new carpet (in select homes in the bedroom).
We'd love the opportunity to take you on a grand personal tour and reserve your new home, today! Contact us to set up an appointment and make your move to The Hilltop Apartments.
The Hilltop is located in Santa Cruz, CA in the 95060 zip code.
Contact
Property Address: 363 Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
I enjoy living at The Hilltop! The amenities are great, and I love that they host events for their residents (free food is a plus). The office is friendly. Overall, it’s a great transition for students like me living off campus for the first time.
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Hello, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the amenities and resident events, and that our friendly office team has made your transition to off campus living a positive one. We’re happy to have you as part... of The Hilltop community!
10/10/25
Love it here!
My experience so far has been great living here. Move-in was smooth and the staff has been really nice and attentive. 5/5 would recommend!
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that your move-in went smoothly and that our team has been attentive. We appreciate your recommendation and are happy to have you as part of our community!
10/9/25
Keep renewing.
Hilltop office staff has been incredibly helpful and understanding. I'm very appreciative to live at The Hilltop. Pool and grill amenities are always kept clean and the views are excellent.
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Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that our office staff has been helpful and that you appreciate the clean amenities and excellent views. We're glad to have you as part of our community!
6/4/20
HELLTOP APARTMENTS - WORST PLACE EVER
construction at 8am, no type of privacy management LIES, told and lured residents with the promise of amazing amenities like pool/ lounge area would be done when they moved in, it’s been a year and nothing is open, dryers and washers don’t work and cost 3 to wash
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Hello Christina - Thank you for taking time to give your feedback. Construction is complete on all amenities but social distancing requirements have been in place per city instructions until recently. We would love to schedule a meeting with you to... discuss how we can help better your stay at the Hilltop in the future. Please feel free to drop in during office hours or call us at 831-426-6855.
2/1/20
I don't know how this still has a 5 star rating. Complete joke
Immenites: Spa (closed for construction, also just a hot tub) Pool (closed for construction, also no lights) Bike Storage (not done/open) Walking/Biking Trails (in Santa Cruz, not actually part of the complex) Gameroom (what? Where?)
Avoid at all costs! Lies at every turn. Constant construction. Construction workers walking into occupied units without warning. Rapid management changes because of complete incompatance. Increases in rent with no actual quality changes or reason.
Oh and the best... part, they advertise that's a great deal for students because that they should just fit 5 people into a two bedroom
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Hello, Thank you for taking a moment to tell us how you feel. It is our goal to provide the most ideal community and in an effort to do so we have been making community improvements. We apologize if it has caused you any frustration or inconvenience... and if our team has been unable to meet your expectations. When you have some time, we ask for you to stop by the office or give us a call so we may discuss your expressed concerns regarding our team and work towards a resolution. We hope to hear from you soon and we look forward to turning your experience around. Thank you again, have a good day.
