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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA


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    1 bd $2,795
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    22625 East Cliff Drive

    4.5 (1)
    22625 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    1 bd $2,995
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    Shearwater Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
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    1 bd $2,595+
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    4.0 (6)
    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    The Bluffs At 44th

    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $2,599+
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    Hidden Creek Apartments

    4.0 (15)
    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    1 bd $2,595+
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    THE BREAKERS

    4.0 (2)
    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    1 bd $2,850
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    San Lorenzo Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,250
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    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $2,605+
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    Cypress Point

    4.0 (38)
    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $3,684+
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    El Gato Penthouse

    4.5 (6)
    20 E Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    1 bd $2,450
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    Union Park

    4.0 (33)
    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
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    1 bd $3,095+
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    Newport

    4.5 (17)
    575 W. Hacienda Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008
    Apply online • Patio/Balcony • Air conditioner
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    Ocean Street Apartments

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    The Sands

    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Pet friendly • Parking • Patio/Balcony
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    Garden Hill Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    31 Lassen Way, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    55 Pennsylvania

    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    Maison Massol

    4.0 (1)
    121 Massol Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    115 Towne Terrace

    115 Towne Terrace, Los Gatos, CA 95032
    Parking • Laundry Facilities
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    Lake Vasona Manor

    3.5 (4)
    909 University Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95032
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    Oak Park

    4.0 (29)
    5055 Dent Avenue, San Jose, CA 95118
    Parking • Pool • Dishwasher
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    Branham House

    4.0 (71)
    1612 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118
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    Park Branham

    4.0 (35)
    1520 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118
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    Joseph Manor

    2252 Angela Court, 2750 Joseph Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008
    Extra Storage • Laundry Facilities • Public Transportation
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Frequently asked questions

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

There are 1 1 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA were last updated on 25 Sep 2026.

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

The average Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA 1 bedroom apartment size is 560 sq. ft.

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

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

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA

If you don’t want to give up on precious living space, and you want to enjoy the privacy of your own bedroom, a one room apartment might be the perfect choice for you. These spacious units are versatile enough even if you want to share your living space with someone else. With 42 units located in 25 Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA properties, there’s certainly no shortage of one bedroom apartments for you to choose from. The average size for a single bedroom apartment in Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA is about 736 Sqft, but, don’t forget, with so many units to choose from, you’re sure to find something in any size. Plus, you’ll never have to worry about your messy bedroom again. If guests come over, just close the bedroom door and the problem is solved.

A one bedroom apartment can be cheap and spacious

As probably the most common type of floorplan, there’s a large selection of 1 bedroom apartments in Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA. You can browse photos, amenities and filter by price or size, so you can find what you actually want in a short amount of time. If you’re looking for a cheap unit, set your maximum rent in the top menu, so the monthly rent won’t exceed your budget. There are many affordable 1 bedroom apartments for you to look at, some of them renting for as little as $2,250. You can also choose a one bedroom efficiency apartment, which can be slightly smaller, but it will still offer you the benefit of having a separate kitchen. If you’re looking for a one bedroom furnished apartment, be prepared for a higher monthly rent, but with the convenience of not having to go furniture shopping. The average rent for a Greater Santa Cruz, Central Coast, CA unit is $3,079, but for larger floor plans, or furnished ones, rents can climb up to $10,000. If you find an apartment that fits your criteria, don’t let it slip. Contact the property for additional questions, and you can even apply online right away.