1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (30 Rentals)

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516 Chestnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

516 Chestnut St

516 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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520 Chestnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 Chestnut St

520 Chestnut 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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230 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

230 Laurel St

230 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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205 Maple St
1 Bedroom Apartments

205 Maple St

205 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Laurel
1 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel

221 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Parkview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Apartments

425 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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121 Sylvar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

121 Sylvar St

121 Sylvar StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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316-324 Lincoln St
1 Bedroom Apartments

316-324 Lincoln St

316-324 Lincoln 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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502 Maple St
1 Bedroom Apartments

502 Maple St

502 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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620 Laurel St
1 Bedroom Apartments

620 Laurel St

620 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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234 High St
1 Bedroom Apartments

234 High St

234 High StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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146 Chrystal Ter
1 Bedroom Apartments

146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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122 Rincon St
1 Bedroom Apartments

122 Rincon St

122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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226 Mora St
1 Bedroom Apartments

226 Mora St

226 Mora StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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339 Walnut Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

339 Walnut Ave

339 Walnut AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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RiverRow
1 Bedroom Apartments

RiverRow

414-508 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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Gularte apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gularte apartment

1114-1116 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at NANDA ON PACIFIC and is listed at 727 square feet priced from $3,752. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath D727 Sq Ft$3,752
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-11A720 Sq Ft$3,440
1010 Pacific ApartmentsAT1580 Sq Ft$3,296
201-215 River StOne Bedroom439 Sq Ft$2,479

Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Santa Cruz of Santa Cruz, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $2,479 at 201-215 River St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz is currently $3,364. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
201-215 River StOne Bedroom$2,479
1010 Pacific ApartmentsAT1$3,357
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-11A$3,440
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath D$3,752

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #9

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Santa Cruz is at 201-215 River St listed at $2,479.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is $3,364.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Santa Cruz is a 727 square feet unit starting from $3,752 at NANDA ON 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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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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Written by: Trey Huguley

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