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Breakwater Apartments
1630 Merrill St
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
- 1–3 Bedrooms
- 624–955 Square Feet
About Breakwater Apartments
Discover Breakwater Apartments, a coastal community in Santa Cruz offering modern one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Each home boasts sleek finishes like stainless-steel appliances, wood-style flooring, private balconies or patios, and in-unit washer/dryer. Community amenities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and easy beach access just steps away. Located near UCSC, Dominican Hospital, shopping, and dining, Breakwater blends relaxed seaside charm with everyday convenience.
Breakwater Apartments is located in the Eastside Neighborhood and 95062 Zip code of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Office Hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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Floorplan A1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 624 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit View Details Available Now 502 624 $1,500 Available Now 516 624 $1,500 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Unit 502 Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Unit 516 Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Apartment Model: A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 624 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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A1 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 502Apartment Model: A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 624 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 516Apartment Model: A11 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 624 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms
Floorplan B1
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 860 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit View Details Available Now 116 860 $1,500 August 7, 2026 606 860 $1,500 August 14, 2026 115 860 $1,500 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Outdoor Space
- Deck
Unit 116 Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Outdoor Space
- Deck
Unit 606 Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Outdoor Space
- Deck
Unit 115 Amenities and Features
Features
- Cable Ready
- Heating
- Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
Living Space
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
Outdoor Space
- Deck
Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 860 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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B1 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 116Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 860 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 606Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 860 sq ftAvailable August 7, 2026Apartment Unit: 115Apartment Model: B12 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 860 sq ftAvailable August 14, 2026Floorplan B2
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 923 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Available Now 305 923 $1,500 Available Now 311 923 $1,500 Available Now 312 923 $1,500 Apartment Model: B22 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 923 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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B2 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 305Apartment Model: B22 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 923 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 311Apartment Model: B22 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 923 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 312Apartment Model: B22 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 923 sq ftAvailable Now3 Bedrooms
Floorplan C1
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 955 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Available Now 117 955 $1,500 August 14, 2026 103 955 $1,500 September 9, 2026 101 955 $1,500 Apartment Model: C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 955 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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C1 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 117Apartment Model: C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 955 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 103Apartment Model: C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 955 sq ftAvailable August 14, 2026Apartment Unit: 101Apartment Model: C13 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 955 sq ftAvailable September 9, 2026
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
Property Information
- Renovated In Oct 2018
- 100 Units
- 2 Stories
- Built in 1972
Lease Terms
- 3 - 12 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$42.00
- Application FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$42.00
- Due at Move-In
- Lease Termination FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
Other Fees and Policies
Situational Fees
- NSF Check FeeiCharged Per Unit.$25.00
Personal Add-Ons
- PET RENTiCharged per unit.$35.00
Pet Policy and Fees
Cats
- 2 Pet Limit
Dogs
- 2 Pet Limit
Parking Info and Fees
- Surface Loti$50 for an additional parking spot.
- 1 Max
- Street
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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1630 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Getting Around
40 / 100 Fairly walkable
40 / 100 Some public transit
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly
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70 / 100 Restaurants
70 / 100 Cafes
60 / 100 Nightlife
60 / 100 Shopping
90 / 100 Noise Level
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Nearby Schools
Shoreline Middle School
Live Oak Elementary School District
855 17th Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (478 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
Live Oak Elementary School
Live Oak Elementary School District
1916 Capitola Road
Public School - Grades K-5 (362 Students)
Located Nearby2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
Property Identified
Del Mar Elementary
Live Oak Elementary School District
1959 Merrill Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (322 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Breakwater Apartments.
Big Box and Retail
Kohl's
1855 41st Ave
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away
Staples
2460 17th Ave
5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
Safeway
2111-2203 Mission St
6 minute drive / 3.0 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Whole Foods
911 Soquel Ave
5 minute drive / 1.88 miles away
Safeway
2111-2203 Mission St
6 minute drive / 3.0 miles away
Hospitals
Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility
2250 Soquel Avenue, Suite 150
4 minute drive / 1.64 miles away
Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz
2900 Chanticleer Avenue
4 minute drive / 2.03 miles away
Shopping Centers
Breakwater Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,148 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $1,695 | $4,502 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,519 | $2,895 | $7,568 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,618 | $3,495 | $6,095 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,474 | $7,100 | $8,000 |
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,739 | $2,900 | $4,400 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,773 | $1,200 | $7,400 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,861 | $5,895 | $7,900 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,200 | $8,800 | $9,600 |
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