
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (123 Rentals)


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Seaside Studios

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322 Market St, Unit B

423 Broadway

206 Leibrandt Ave

151 Marine Parade

103-113 Grant St

207 Riverside Ave

236 Sixth

615 Seabright Ave
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317 Leibrandt Ave

125-129 Market St

238 San Lorenzo Blvd

Water Street Apartments

160 Park Pl

123 Pearl St

611 Soquel Ave

147 Market St

708 Riverside Ave

710 Riverside Ave
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242 San Lorenzo Blvd

4 Units in Santa Cruz

630 Carmel St

438 Market St

317 Raymond St

127 Ocean St

140 Doyle St

215 Raymond St

250 6th Ave

320 Dakota Ave
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444 May Ave

The Breakers In Santa Cruz

130 Mccornick St

317 Cliff St

209 Kaye St

134-146 Mccornick St

La Bahia Apartments

Blue Bell Apartments

159 Bixby St

Claradon Court Apartments

217 Riverside Ave

125 Trinity St

312 Ocean St

344-350 Ocean St

Beach Hill Court

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1500 Merrill St

Opal Cliffs MHP

Trailer Haven

Antonelli Senior Community
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 | $2,298 | $2,010 | $2,695 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $2,000 | $8,900 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,802 | $2,600 | $8,000 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 123 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Eastside area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Plum Street Garden Apartments and is listed at 376 square feet priced from $2,595. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | 376 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | 310 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Seaside Studios | Studio | 230 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Cheapest Available Eastside Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Eastside of Santa Cruz, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,875 at Seaside Studios. The average price for all Studio apartments in Eastside is currently $2,298. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Seaside Studios | Studio | $1,875 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,295 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,595 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Eastside with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Eastside is at Seaside Studios listed at $1,875.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Eastside is $2,298.
What is the largest available Studio Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Eastside is a 376 square feet unit starting from $2,595 at Plum Street Garden Apartments.
What is the average size for Eastside Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Eastside is currently 348 sq ft.
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