
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (119 Rentals)


Five55

Anton Pacific

1010 Pacific Apartments

1804 Mission St

Cypress Point

Pacific View Courts
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Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,919 | $1,850 | $4,020 |
Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $2,550 | $5,095 |
Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,889 | $3,185 | $6,100 |
Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,966 | $4,950 | $8,000 |
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Largest Available Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific and is listed at 1,168 square feet priced from $5,095. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath Loft-8B | 1,168 Sq Ft | $5,095 |
NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 727 Sq Ft | $3,752 |
Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $2,909 |
Five55 | C1 | 638 Sq Ft | $3,815 |
Copa Cabanas | A1 | 627 Sq Ft | $1,602 |
Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 625 Sq Ft | $2,799 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 525 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
La Posada | I Bedroom | 522 Sq Ft | $4,215 |
The Breakers | The Shoreline | 345 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
Cheapest Available Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the A1 Model starting from $1,602 at Copa Cabanas. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $3,448. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Copa Cabanas | A1 | $1,602 |
The Breakers | The Shoreline | $2,650 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | $2,700 |
Cypress Point | Residence 2 | $2,799 |
Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,909 |
Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-11A | $3,625 |
NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | $3,752 |
Five55 | C1 | $3,815 |
La Posada | I Bedroom | $4,215 |
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Getting Around the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Santa Cruz with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Santa Cruz is at Copa Cabanas listed at $1,602.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Santa Cruz is $3,448.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Santa Cruz is a 1,168 square feet unit starting from $5,095 at Anton Pacific.
What is the average size for Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Santa Cruz is currently 612 sq ft.
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