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East Cliff Village Apartments

Independent living in Santa Cruz, California

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address1635 Tremont Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
CitySanta Cruz
StateCalifornia
Phone(831)462-2400
Websitehttps://www.voa-ncnn.org/housing_properties/east-cliff-village
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisSection 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older.
Apartments76
Housing programHUD Section 8 (Section 202 property)
Income restrictedYes

More about this provider

Volunteers of America says East Cliff Village offers independent senior living by the Pacific Ocean in Santa Cruz, CA, for people 62 years or older (with six accessible units for residents 18+ with mobility impairment), with all apartments HUD subsidized and amenities including an on-site laundry room, community room, courtyard, video library, bird aviary, monthly County Library visits, Second Harvest food distribution three times a month, and a Social Services Coordinator.
Services and programsAmenities and services as listed on the official page: on-site laundry room, video library, beautiful courtyard, bird aviary, County Library visits 1x/month, Second Harvest Food Distribution 3x/month, large community room, Social Services Coordinator, close to everything you need; pets are allowed (30 lbs. or less); 1-bedroom apartments, 76 units
Who it servesIndependent senior living — 'Must be 62 years or older'; six accessible units for residents 18+ with mobility impairment; all residents must income qualify; property details list 'Seniors' and 'Persons with Disabilities'
Payment types it states'all Apartments are HUD Subsidized' (as stated in the page's Additional Information)
Visiting and contact detailsFor inquiries: 1635 Tremont Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95062; (831) 462-2400 (office); 831-462-6274 (fax); email eastcliffvillage@voa.org. The page states each Volunteers of America property has its own leasing office and application process and to contact the property directly about availability, rent, income requirements and applications. No office hours are stated.
Websitehttps://www.voa-ncnn.org/housing_properties/east-cliff-village

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about East Cliff Village Apartments

Where is East Cliff Village Apartments located?

East Cliff Village Apartments is at 1635 Tremont Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062.

How do I contact East Cliff Village Apartments?

Call East Cliff Village Apartments at (831)462-2400.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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