
Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (39 Rentals)


River Row

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Five55

Oceanview

The Breakers

1804 Mission St

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Cypress Point

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The Hilltop
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Emerald Bay Apartments

Chestnut Street

306 Cliff St

235 Union St

155 Felker St, Unit 20

716 Darwin St

101 Green St

Copa Cabanas

Bienestar Plaza
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Ocean Street Apartments

108 Sycamore St

Breakwater Apartments

San Lorenzo Apartments

Anton Pacific

La Posada

Cedar Street Family Apartments

Tannery Artist Lofts

Adobe Hacienda
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Casa Del Rio Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Elizabeth Oaks

21661 E Cliff Dr

St. Stephens Senior Housing

Redwood Commons

Ocean Street Apartments

Clay Residences

150-152 Leibrandt Ave
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The Sands

30th Ave Townhomes

Soquel Village Apartments
Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,057 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $1,695 | $4,295 |
| Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,644 | $2,895 | $7,708 |
| Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $2,595 | $5,850 |
| Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,661 | $7,322 | $8,000 |
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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 Lincoln Apartments listed at $2,400.
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 $3,302.
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.
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 865 sq ft.
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