
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the UCSC Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (80 Rentals)


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Five55

1010 Pacific

1804 Mission St

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Cypress Point

Pacific Station South

Lincoln Apartments

201 River Street Apartments

Chestnut Street
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306 Cliff St

235 Union St

320 Myrtle St, Unit A

124-126 Trinity St

101 Green St

116 Maple St

116 Sycamore St

2030 N Pacific Ave

Laureate Court

122 Rincon Street
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Copa Cabanas

205 Maple St

Gularte apartment

413 Laurel St

146 Chrystal Ter

75 Front St

220 Center St

135 School St

Golden Gate Villa

1004 3rd St
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1507 Mission St

620 Laurel St

4 Units in Santa Cruz

1019 3rd St

908 Ocean St

Jane Apartments

820 3rd St

230 Laurel St

Sandcastle Inn Apartments

409 2nd St
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226 Mora St

516 Chestnut St

133 Walti St

313 Broadway

Laurel

404 High St

502 Maple St

Delaware Apartments

520 Chestnut St

505 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, Ca 95060
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UCSC, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UCSC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCSC Studio Apartments | $3,054 | $2,200 | $3,505 |
UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,408 | $2,400 | $4,278 |
| UCSC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,820 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
| UCSC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,850 | $5,850 |
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Largest Available UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the UCSC area of Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific and is listed at 1,027 square feet priced from $5,338. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-14B | 1,027 Sq Ft | $5,338 |
| 1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | 860 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| River Row | A1 | 670 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 650 Sq Ft | $2,847 |
| Five55 | C1 | 638 Sq Ft | $3,895 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 625 Sq Ft | $2,806 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 623 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Pacific Station South | 1 Bedroom | 596 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| 1010 Pacific | AT1 - 1x1 | 580 Sq Ft | $2,984 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 316 Lincoln Street | 498 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
Cheapest Available UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit UCSC of Santa Cruz, CA is the 316 Lincoln Street Model starting from $2,400 at Lincoln Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in UCSC is currently $3,408. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Apartments | 316 Lincoln Street | $2,400 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | $2,806 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | $2,847 |
| 1010 Pacific | A1 - 1x1 | $2,922 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | $2,975 |
| 1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | $3,095 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | $3,100 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-11A | $3,650 |
| Five55 | C2 | $3,770 |
| River Row | A1 | $3,795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom UCSC Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in UCSC with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in UCSC is at Lincoln Apartments listed at $2,400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom UCSC Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in UCSC is $3,408.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom UCSC Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in UCSC is a 1,027 square feet unit starting from $5,338 at Anton Pacific.
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