Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,700 (5 Rentals)

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504 Cliff St

Santa CruzCA95060

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 Studio unit found at The Breakers priced from $2,150. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BreakersThe BreakersStudio,1BA$2,150
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $3.27 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Capitola Gardens starting at $5,299 with a $4.43 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wilder TownhomesTH15Y2BR,1.5BA$3.27
Capitola Gardens3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$4.43
30th Ave TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.23
San Lorenzo Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.40
538 Ocean View Ave, Unit 538538 Ocean View Ave2BR,1BA$3.54
Breakwater ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$3.84
Emerald Bay ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.98
Plum Street Garden ApartmentsTwo-Bedroom ~ beautiful upgrades, wood style pl...2BR,1BA$4.24
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastside

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastside?

There are currently 324 Apartments for Rent in Eastside, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $9,500. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastside ranging from $1,790 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 $1,790 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,544.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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