1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (192 Rentals)

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The Hilltop
$3,545 - $4,045
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$3,545 - $4,595
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The Hilltop

363 Western DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
$3,085 - $5,974
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$2,560 - $6,221
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$2,567 - $6,228
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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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402 Dakota Ave
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402 Dakota Ave

402 Dakota AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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23727 E Cliff Dr
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23727 E Cliff Dr

23727 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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3225 Scriver St
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3225 Scriver St

3225 Scriver StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Pastel Court
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Pastel Court

936 38th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2735 Soquel Ave
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2735 Soquel Ave

2735 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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236 Sixth
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236 Sixth

236 6th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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615 Seabright Ave
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615 Seabright Ave

615 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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209 Kaye St
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209 Kaye St

209 Kaye StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1137 E Cliff Dr
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1137 E Cliff Dr

1137 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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220 Center St
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220 Center St

220 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Jane Apartments
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Jane Apartments

234 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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820 3rd St
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820 3rd St

820 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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21520 E Cliff Dr
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21520 E Cliff Dr

21520 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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502 Maple St
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502 Maple St

502 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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145 Canfield Ave
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145 Canfield Ave

145 Canfield AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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21601 E Cliff Dr
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21601 E Cliff Dr

21601 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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123 Pearl St
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123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1004 3rd St
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1004 3rd St

1004 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Del Monte Court
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Del Monte Court

123 Bixby StSanta 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: February 21, 2026

There are currently 74 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $2,000 to $8,900. Downtown Santa Cruz, Western and Eastside 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
Downtown Santa Cruz34$3,850$2,500
Western30$3,545$2,975
Eastside5$2,995$2,700
Riverwalk3$2,699$2,650
Beach Hill2$2,325$2,000

Largest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at 1804 Mission St in the Escolona neighborhood and is 825 square feet priced from $2,975. The Hilltop has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 818 square feet and currently listed start at $4,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1804 Mission StStandard Loft825 Sq Ft$2,975
The HilltopA3818 Sq Ft$4,045
Pacific ShoresSteamer Lane817 Sq Ft$3,559
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath D727 Sq Ft$3,752
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom705 Sq Ft$2,706
River RowA4678 Sq Ft$4,130
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath671 Sq Ft$2,650
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A650 Sq Ft$2,827
OceanviewA1650 Sq Ft$3,295

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 21, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,479 at 201 River Street Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom is the The Shoreline Model at The Breakers starting at $2,650 in the Ocean Street neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $3,492. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
201 River Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,479
The BreakersThe Shoreline$2,650
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath$2,650
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$2,699
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom$2,706
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A1$2,774
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A$2,827
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom$2,850
1804 Mission StStandard Loft$2,975
Cypress PointResidence 2$3,131

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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.

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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 201 River Street Apartments listed at $2,479.

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 $3,492.

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 825 square feet unit starting from $2,975 at 1804 Mission St.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Cruz is currently 488 sq ft.

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