
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (150 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $2,388 | $1,875 | $2,695 |
Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,407 | $1,895 | $8,900 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,934 | $2,725 | $9,500 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,150 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
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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 | $2,895 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 610 Sq Ft | $2,950 |
| Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 589 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| 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 $3,407. 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 | $2,895 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,950 |
| Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,999 |
| 101 Grand | 1BR Ocean View | $7,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Eastside with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Eastside is at The Breakers listed at $2,650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is $3,407.
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 398 sq ft.
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