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822 Eaton St

Santa CruzCA95062

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East Park, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA

As of October 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Park area is the $3.58 price per square foot 2BR-2BA Town House Model at Clay Residences in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $4,578. The second greatest value East Park apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Clay Residences2BR-2BA Town House2BR,2BA$3.58
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
114 Park Ave, Unit 114 Park114 Park Ave2BR,1BA$4.33
714 Pine St, Unit #3714 Pine St2BR,1BA$4.00
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$5.38
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.64
The BreakersThe Shoreline1BR,1BA$7.68

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Park, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #19

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Park

What type of rentals are currently available in East Park?

There are currently 143 Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,395 to $4,886. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Park ranging from $990 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Park ranges from $990 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,306.

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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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.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.