
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (140 Rentals)


Five55

The Breakers

Anton Pacific

1010 Pacific Apartments

201 River Street Apartments

NANDA ON PACIFIC

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,571 | $1,875 | $3,200 |
Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $2,300 | $4,278 |
| Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,441 | $2,725 | $6,122 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,971 | $3,300 | $8,000 |
| Central Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 140 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 914 square feet priced from $4,180. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-4A | 914 Sq Ft | $4,180 |
| 1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | 860 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 727 Sq Ft | $3,752 |
| Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $2,829 |
| Five55 | B2 | 646 Sq Ft | $3,300 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 625 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1-Bedroom | 495 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 450 Sq Ft | $2,699 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 439 Sq Ft | $3,150 |
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 The Shoreline Model starting from $2,650 at The Breakers. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Santa Cruz is currently $3,221. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | $2,650 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1-Bedroom | $2,650 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | $2,699 |
| Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,829 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | $2,995 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | One Bedroom | $3,150 |
| 1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | $3,195 |
| Five55 | B2 | $3,300 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | $3,310 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-11A | $3,440 |
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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®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Breakers listed at $2,650.
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 $3,221.
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 914 square feet unit starting from $4,180 at Anton Pacific.
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