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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA


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What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA is between $2,550 and $4,235.

How many 1 bedroom apartments for rent are available in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?

There are 4 1 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 26 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The average Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA 1 bedroom apartment size is 431 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment comes with more living and storage space compared to a studio apartment.

What are the downsides of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

1 bedroom apartments are usually more expensive than studio apartments in terms of rent and utility costs.

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

Every renter’s dream is to find an apartment which is a cut above their previous home and where amenities match or exceed their expectations. In Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA, tenants pay a monthly rent of about $3,186 for a 737 Sqft single bedroom apartment, and this is actually considered affordable for the area. If you’re single or have a small family, one bedroom apartments are one of the most convenient rental housing options. Right now, you can find 44 affordable one bedroom apartments in 20 buildings, with prices as low as $2,250. If you are not interested in cheap one bedroom apartments, take a look through our higher-end listings. Simply sort by "Rent" descending to find the best apartments available for rent right now. You are sure to find a one bedroom furnished apartment with an eye-pleasing design that will make you want to move in right now.

Cheap 1 bedroom apartments combine the pleasant and the useful

If you’ve already lost hope in your search for hot deals, you’ve come to the right place. Searching for decent rental apartments can get overwhelming at times, that’s why we’re helping you find the perfect one for you. As a rule of thumb, making a list of deal-breakers, as well as of issues you’re willing to compromise on, will be of huge help in speeding up your search. It’s important that you feel amazing in the intimacy of your cozy nest, because comfort is king, but it is also important to save money. One bedroom efficiency apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA offer the best of both worlds and they are waiting for you to find them.