
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
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St. George Apartments

111 8th Ave

1103 E Cliff Dr
Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Eastside Studio Apartments | $3,090 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,640 | $1,800 | $7,500 |
Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,392 | $2,395 | $9,500 |
Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,649 | $3,900 | $8,150 |
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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 St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. Cypress Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,598. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,598 |
Five55 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,915 |
1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence C1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,922 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $2.86 price per square foot 408 Pine St Model at 408 Pine St, Unit B in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Capitola Gardens starting at $5,599 with a $4.68 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights 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. |
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408 Pine St, Unit B | 408 Pine St | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
Capitola Gardens | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $4.68 |
Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
Breakwater Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.60 |
30th Ave Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.28 |
Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.36 |
311 Cypress Ave, Unit Cypress Avenue | 311 Cypress Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.53 |
5085 Wilder Dr, Unit C | 5085 Wilder Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach | 118 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastside, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Eastside, Santa Cruz, CA
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Getting Around the Eastside Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
14 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastside is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment is $2,911 at Cypress Point.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is starting from $3,300 at Garden Street.
What is the most affordable Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Breakwater Apartments and starts from $4,395.
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