Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,100 (6 Rentals)

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property at 504 Cliff St

504 Cliff St

Santa CruzCA95060
property at 3500 Portola Dr

3500 Portola Dr

Santa CruzCA95062

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property at 822 Eaton St

822 Eaton St

Santa CruzCA95062

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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. Hidden Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. 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
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$2,599
The BreakersThe Shoreline1BR,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $3.58 price per square foot 2BR-2BA Town House Model at Clay Residences in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $4,578. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 4770 Soquel Dr Model at 4770 Soquel Dr, Unit B starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Clay Residences2BR-2BA Town House2BR,2BA$3.58
4770 Soquel Dr, Unit B4770 Soquel Dr2BR,1BA$2.50
Landing at CapitolaPlan 12BR,2BA$3.62
30th Ave Townhomes2x1.5 - Townhome2BR,1.5BA$4.28
121 Marnell Ave, Unit B121 Marnell AveStudio ,1BA$3.00
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 2 bedroom2BR,1BA$4.00
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.64
417 Barson St, Unit B417 Barson St2BR,1BA$5.65
Plum Street Garden ApartmentsOne-bedroom upgraded apartment! Walk-in Close...1BR,1BA$5.16
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #17

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastside

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastside?

There are currently 316 Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,250 to $10,000. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastside ranging from $2,190 to $8,500.

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 $2,190 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,484.

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.