1030 El Dorado Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,350 (26 Rentals)
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514 Broadway
Santa CruzCA95060
124-126 Trinity St
Santa CruzCA95060
946 N Branciforte Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
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$2,350 - $3,695Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,390 - $3,3901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
306 Cliff St
306 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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912 Soquel Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
617 Water St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,599 - $3,2101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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307-309 Raymond St
307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seabright Apartments
116 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Harbor Walk at Swan Lake
755 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Shearwater Apartments
2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Coronado Apartments
133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Granava Garden Apartments
657 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Seaside Studios
108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
841 40th Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Ocean Street Apartments
813 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Corcoran Gardens Apartments
650 Corcoran AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
1841 Alice St
Santa CruzCA95062
103 La Pluma Ct
Santa CruzCA95062
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1 Bedroom Apartments
2711 LLC
2711 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
1472 Chanticleer Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
210 Alturas Way
SoquelCA95073
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Six Hundred Park Avenue
600 Park AveCapitola, CA 95010
4441 W Walnut St
SoquelCA95073
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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 | $2,246 | $1,950 | $2,695 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,031 | $1,395 | $8,900 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,202 | $2,795 | $9,500 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,051 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at The Breakers priced from $2,295. 306 Cliff St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,390. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio, 1BA | $2,295 |
| 306 Cliff St | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,390 |
| 2711 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,550 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR, 1BA | $2,599 |
| San Lorenzo Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,850 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR, 1BA | $2,890 |
| Caledonia | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $3,295 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $3,381 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $3,395 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 2BR, 1BA | $3,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $3.27 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 616 Oak Dr Model at 616 Oak Dr, Unit B in the Eastside neighborhood starting at $4,500 with a $3.75 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilder Townhomes | TH15Y | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.27 |
| 616 Oak Dr, Unit B | 616 Oak Dr | 2BR, 2BA | $3.75 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.77 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $3.98 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $4.22 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Caledonia | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $4.52 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR, 1BA | $4.63 |
| 2711 LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $4.90 |
| San Lorenzo Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $5.69 |
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Best Local Schools in Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA
Live Oak Elementary School
Live Oak Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (362)
5 out of 10
Shoreline Middle School
Live Oak Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (478)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $3,620.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Eastside is 306 Cliff St which is listed at $2,390, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $3,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Eastside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Eastside?
Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $302 which is $2,993 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.
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