837 Corcoran Ave, Unit #1
837 Corcoran Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
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4555 Garnet St
CapitolaCA95010
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307 Capitola Ave, Unit A
307 Capitola Ave
CapitolaCA95010
1925 46th Ave
CapitolaCA95010
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1144 Callas Ln
CapitolaCA95010
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Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,034 | $2,995 | $4,700 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,938 | $3,200 | $4,500 |
| Eastside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,900 | $7,900 | $7,900 |
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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. Six Hundred Park Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. 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 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments 501 Plum St Capitola, CA 95010 | Plum Street - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $3.82 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Emerald Bay Apartments in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,933. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 3BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand starting at $9,500 with a $9.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.82 |
| 101 Grand | 3BR Ocean Front | 3BR,2BA | $9.50 |
| Breakwater Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.55 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| 3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 20 | 3300 Portola Dr | 1BR,1BA | $5.27 |
| 3150 Stanley Ave, Unit 2 | 3150 Stanley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $6.11 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments 501 Plum St Capitola, CA 95010 | Plum Street - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.37 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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There are currently 317 Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $10,000. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastside ranging from $2,000 to $7,900.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastside ranges from $2,000 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,153.
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