
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (148 Rentals)


The Breakers

Emerald Bay Apartments

755 14th Ave

Modular Condo Project

509 Leibrandt Ave

16 Keys

120-124 Hiawatha Ave

La Bahia Apartments

Blue Bell Apartments
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217 Berry St

Correials Indendent Senior Apartment

Nueva Vista Apartments

Claradon Court Apartments

131 Alhambra Ave

344-350 Ocean St

Beach Hill Court

1890 17th Ave

1500 Merrill St

2735 Soquel Ave
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140 Morrissey Blvd

23727 E Cliff Dr

951 30th Ave

1822 Harper St

1550 30th Ave

21520 E Cliff Dr

Bienestar Plaza

1510 Merrill St

Pastel Court

2190 Chanticleer Ave
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340 7th Ave

3225 Scriver St

Kinsley Apartments

21601 E Cliff Dr

2711 Soquel Ave

1785 Halterman Ave

1450 Merrill St

820 3rd St

32 Campbell St

417 Cliff St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

4 Units in Santa Cruz

438 Market St

371 7th Ave

50 5th Ave

129 Grant St

313 Broadway

1013 Broadway

320 Dakota Ave

908 Ocean St
Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $2,288 | $1,875 | $2,695 |
Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,479 | $2,650 | $8,900 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,343 | $2,725 | $8,000 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,155 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 148 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Largest Available Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Eastside area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at 101 Grand and is listed at 1,000 square feet priced from $7,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Grand | 1BR Ocean View | 1,000 Sq Ft | $7,500 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 705 Sq Ft | $2,706 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 624 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 589 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 525 Sq Ft | $3,205 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 345 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
Cheapest Available Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Eastside 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 Eastside is currently $3,479. 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 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,706 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | $2,795 |
| Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,999 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $3,205 |
| 101 Grand | 1BR Ocean View | $7,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Eastside Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is $3,479.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Eastside is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at 101 Grand.
What is the average size for Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Eastside is currently 376 sq ft.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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