
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (122 Rentals)


Seaside Studios

134-146 Mccornick St

La Bahia Apartments

Blue Bell Apartments

125-129 Market St

Claradon Court Apartments

217 Riverside Ave

125 Trinity St

312 Ocean St
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344-350 Ocean St

Beach Hill Court

Shangri La Estates For Mobile Homes

1500 Merrill St

Opal Cliffs MHP

Trailer Haven

Antonelli Senior Community

23727 E Cliff Dr

2050 Jose Ave

2121 Portola Dr
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1035 38th Ave

Live Oak Mobile park

1550 30th Ave

21520 E Cliff Dr

340 7th Ave

3030 Elda Ln

Shoreline Estates

2040 Alice St

Blue & Gold Star Mobile Home Park

2711 Soquel Ave
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Homestead park senior community

Sorrento Oaks

2230 Alice St

Garden Street

Ranchito Mobile Home Park

Ocean Breeza Mobile Manor

690 37th Ave

2222 Alice St

Bell Harbor Mobile Home Park

Opal Cliff
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Portola Court

3320 Portola Dr

151 Marine Parade

103-113 Grant St

207 Riverside Ave

236 Sixth

615 Seabright Ave

317 Leibrandt Ave

423 Broadway

206 Leibrandt Ave
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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 | $2,206 | $1,825 | $2,695 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $2,295 | $8,900 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,506 | $2,695 | $9,500 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,343 | $3,933 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 122 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 $2,495. 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 | Plum Street - Studio | 376 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | 310 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Seaside Studios | Studio | 230 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
Cheapest Available Eastside Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Eastside of Santa Cruz, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,925 at Seaside Studios. The average price for all Studio apartments in Eastside is currently $2,206. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Seaside Studios | Studio | $1,925 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | $2,295 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | Plum Street - Studio | $2,495 |
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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 $1,925.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Eastside Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Eastside is $2,206.
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 $2,495 at Plum Street Garden Apartments.
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Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article was written based on first-hand renter experiences and common layout challenges identified after move-in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.