1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (196 Rentals)

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Anton Pacific
$3,832 - $5,545
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$3,279 - $6,776
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Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Hilltop
$3,545 - $4,045
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The Hilltop

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$2,999 - $3,099
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$2,638 - $6,563
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laureate Court
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Laureate Court

700 Nobel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Copa Cabanas
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Copa Cabanas

1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Chestnut St
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516 Chestnut St

516 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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423 Broadway
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423 Broadway

423 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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951 30th Ave
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951 30th Ave

951 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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117 Campbell St
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117 Campbell St

117 Campbell StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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129 Grant St
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129 Grant St

129 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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132 Seaview Ave
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132 Seaview Ave

132 Seaview AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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137 Clay St
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137 Clay St

137 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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313 Raymond St
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313 Raymond St

313 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1019 3rd St
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1019 3rd St

1019 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1500 Merrill St
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1500 Merrill St

1500 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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313 Broadway
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313 Broadway

313 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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340 7th Ave
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340 7th Ave

340 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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1822 Harper St
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1822 Harper St

1822 Harper StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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711 3rd St
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711 3rd St

711 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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710 Emeline Ave
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710 Emeline Ave

710 Emeline AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Kinsley Apartments
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Kinsley Apartments

1855-1901 Kinsley StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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133 Walti St
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133 Walti St

133 Walti StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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146 Chrystal Ter
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146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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402 Dakota Ave
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402 Dakota Ave

402 Dakota AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 23, 2026

There are currently 592 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $1,900 to $8,900. Western, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Central Santa Cruz are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Western56$3,545$1,900
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk44$3,352$2,395
Central Santa Cruz43$3,365$2,395
King Street42$3,626$2,395
Neary Lagoon42$3,626$2,395
UCSC42$3,626$2,395
Ocean Street41$3,438$2,395
Beach Flats40$3,626$2,395
Riverwalk37$3,614$2,395
Seabright36$3,626$2,395

Largest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood and is 1,027 square feet priced from $5,552. 1804 Mission St in the Escolona neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 825 square feet and currently listed start at $2,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-14B1,027 Sq Ft$5,552
1804 Mission StStandard Loft825 Sq Ft$2,795
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove790 Sq Ft$3,109
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath Den709 Sq Ft$3,716
River RowA4678 Sq Ft$4,230
The HilltopA4657 Sq Ft$3,545
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A650 Sq Ft$3,159
Five55C1638 Sq Ft$3,795
Cypress PointResidence 2625 Sq Ft$3,006
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom500 Sq Ft$2,850

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the The Shoreline Model starting from $2,650 at The Breakers in the Ocean Street neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 108 Sycamore St starting at $2,850 in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $3,509. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The BreakersThe Shoreline$2,650
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom$2,850
201 River Street ApartmentsFeatured One Bedroom$2,975
1804 Mission StStandard Loft$2,995
Cypress PointResidence 2$3,006
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove$3,109
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A$3,159
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath A$3,310

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Santa Cruz Overview

Known across the globe for its famed redwood trees and sweeping ocean views, Santa Cruz is a darling city of the California scene. Home to plenty of historic hot spots as well as an inviting downtown mixture of nightlife and retail shopping, this west coast destination should be on the 'must-consider' list for anyone seriously considering a move to Cali.

Why live in Santa Cruz, CA?

Why in the world not? Easily one of the most in-demand locales of the entire west coast, life in a Santa Cruz apartment for rent is about as good as it gets. Flush with area schools and plenty of employers such as Plantronics, this forward-thinking and environmentally-conscious hotspot is a fantastic place to call home.

Santa Cruz, CA
Population: 64,725

Ranked #582

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Cruz is at The Breakers listed at $2,650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,509.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,027 square feet unit starting from $5,552 at Anton Pacific.

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