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

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16 Keys
1 Bedroom Apartments

16 Keys

405 Leibrandt AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Laurel
1 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel

221 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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159 Bixby St
1 Bedroom Apartments

159 Bixby St

159 Bixby StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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205 Maple St
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205 Maple St

205 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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103-113 Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

103-113 Grant St

103-113 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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32 Campbell St
1 Bedroom Apartments

32 Campbell St

32 Campbell StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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413 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

413 Laurel St

413 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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135 School St
1 Bedroom Apartments

135 School St

135 School StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Jane Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jane Apartments

234 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220 Center St
1 Bedroom Apartments

220 Center St

220 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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230 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
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122 Rincon St

122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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234 High St
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234 High St

234 High StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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423 Broadway
1 Bedroom Apartments

423 Broadway

423 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95060
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129 Grant St
1 Bedroom Apartments

129 Grant St

129 Grant StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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903 Sumner St
1 Bedroom Apartments

903 Sumner St

903 Sumner StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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209 Kaye St
1 Bedroom Apartments

209 Kaye St

209 Kaye StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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313 Raymond St
1 Bedroom Apartments

313 Raymond St

313 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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417 Cliff St
1 Bedroom Apartments

417 Cliff St

417 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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509 Leibrandt Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

509 Leibrandt Ave

509 Leibrandt AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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711 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

711 3rd St

711 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Ocean St
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317 Ocean St

317 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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618 Windsor St
1 Bedroom Apartments

618 Windsor St

618 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-4A914 Sq Ft$4,180
1804 Mission StLarger Loft860 Sq Ft$3,195
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath D727 Sq Ft$3,752
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath650 Sq Ft$2,829
Five55B2646 Sq Ft$3,300
Cypress PointResidence 2625 Sq Ft$2,995
108 Sycamore St1-Bedroom495 Sq Ft$2,650
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft450 Sq Ft$2,699
201 River Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom439 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 ListingModel NamePriced From
The BreakersThe Shoreline$2,650
108 Sycamore St1-Bedroom$2,650
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft$2,699
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath$2,829
Cypress PointResidence 2$2,995
201 River Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom$3,150
1804 Mission StLarger Loft$3,195
Five55B2$3,300
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath A$3,310
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-11A$3,440

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Santa Cruz. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.