Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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property at 1925 46th Ave

1925 46th Ave

CapitolaCA95010
property at 2114 Derby Ave

2114 Derby Ave

CapitolaCA95010
property at 1925 46th Ave

1925 46th Ave

CapitolaCA95010

Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Six Hundred Park Avenue priced from $2,250. 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-remodeled 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
150-152 C Leibrandt Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,706

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $7.99 price per square foot 2BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $7,990. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 2x1.5 - Townhome Model at 30th Ave Townhomes starting at $3,250 with a $3.66 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
101 Grand2BR Ocean Front2BR,2BA$7.99
30th Ave Townhomes2x1.5 - Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.66
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$4.00
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.84
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.80
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.26
415 Barson St, Unit B415 Barson St2BR,1BA$7.00
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$7.64
150-152 C Leibrandt Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastside

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastside?

There are currently 317 Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $10,000. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastside ranging from $1,075 to $8,895.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Eastside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastside ranges from $1,075 to $8,895 with an average monthly rent of $4,440.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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