1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (163 Rentals)

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Shearwater Apartments
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Shearwater Apartments

2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Coronado Apartments
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Coronado Apartments

133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Chestnut Street
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Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
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Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1420 Broadway
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1420 Broadway

1420 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Anchor Apartments
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Anchor Apartments

321 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sea Drift
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The Sea Drift

22625 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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146 Chrystal Ter
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146 Chrystal Ter

146 Chrystal TerSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Mission Gardens
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Mission Gardens

90 Grandview StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Lorenzo apartment
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Lorenzo apartment

155 Felker StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Elizabeth Oaks
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Elizabeth Oaks

1460 Jose AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Harbor Place
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Harbor Place

241 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1775 Kinsley St
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1775 Kinsley St

1775 Kinsley StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Tropicana Apartments
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Tropicana Apartments

800 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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306 Cliff St
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306 Cliff St

306 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 28, 2025

There are currently 1389 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Cruz, CA that range in price from $1,800 to $7,500. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Downtown Santa Cruz and Eastside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Cruz with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk87$3,607$1,800
Downtown Santa Cruz80$3,607$2,495
Eastside79$3,615$1,800
Neary Lagoon79$3,607$1,800
Western79$3,615$1,800
Lighthouse78$3,620$1,800
West King Street78$3,615$2,699
Central Santa Cruz77$3,574$1,800
Ocean Street76$3,599$2,495
Beach Flats73$3,620$1,800

Largest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is found at Anton Pacific in the Escolona neighborhood and is 926 square feet priced from $4,470. The Hilltop has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 818 square feet and currently listed start at $4,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath Loft-8B926 Sq Ft$4,470
The HilltopA3818 Sq Ft$4,045
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove790 Sq Ft$3,999
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence C1692 Sq Ft$2,922
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath C664 Sq Ft$3,430
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath650 Sq Ft$2,674
OceanviewA1650 Sq Ft$3,295
Five55C1638 Sq Ft$3,885
Mission Street CottagesA1627 Sq Ft$1,602

Cheapest Available Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Cruz, CA is the A1 Model starting from $1,602 at Mission Street Cottages in the Escolona neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom is the The Boardwalk Model at The Breakers starting at $2,295 in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz is currently $3,630. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Cruz:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Mission Street CottagesA1$1,602
The BreakersThe Boardwalk$2,295
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath$2,674
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A1$2,699
Cypress PointResidence 2$3,105
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath A$3,130
OceanviewA1$3,295
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-11A$3,457
The HilltopA4$3,545

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Santa Cruz Overview

Known across the globe for its famed redwood trees and sweeping ocean views, Santa Cruz is a darling city of the California scene. Home to plenty of historic hot spots as well as an inviting downtown mixture of nightlife and retail shopping, this west coast destination should be on the 'must-consider' list for anyone seriously considering a move to Cali.

Why live in Santa Cruz, CA?

Why in the world not? Easily one of the most in-demand locales of the entire west coast, life in a Santa Cruz apartment for rent is about as good as it gets. Flush with area schools and plenty of employers such as Plantronics, this forward-thinking and environmentally-conscious hotspot is a fantastic place to call home.

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Getting Around Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

36 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Cruz with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Cruz is at Mission Street Cottages listed at $1,602.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz is $3,630.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 926 square feet unit starting from $4,470 at Anton Pacific.

What is the average size for Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Cruz is currently 700 sq ft.

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