Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button St,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$2,699 - $3,955
1-2 Beds
Breakwater Apartments
1630 Merrill St,
Santa Cruz,
CA
95062
Leasing Office:
1630 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
624 - 955 sq ft
Breakwater Apartments
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Discover Breakwater Apartments, a coastal community in Santa Cruz offering modern one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Each home boasts sleek finishes like stainless-steel appliances, wood-style flooring, private balconies or patios, and in-unit washer/dryer. Community amenities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and easy beach access just steps away. Located near UCSC, Dominican Hospital, shopping, and dining, Breakwater blends relaxed seaside charm with everyday convenience.
Highlights
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
- Office
- Balcony
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
About Breakwater Apartments
Discover Breakwater Apartments, a coastal community in Santa Cruz offering modern one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Each home boasts sleek finishes like stainless-steel appliances, wood-style flooring, private balconies or patios, and in-unit washer/dryer. Community amenities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness center, and easy beach access just steps away. Located near UCSC, Dominican Hospital, shopping, and dining, Breakwater blends relaxed seaside charm with everyday convenience.
Breakwater Apartments is an apartment community located in Santa Cruz County and the 95062 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Live Oak Elementary School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Office
- Crown Molding
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
1630 Merrill St,
Santa Cruz,
CA
95062
Leasing Office:
1630 Merrill St,
Santa Cruz,
CA
95062
Eastside Santa Cruz offers all of the California charm you could want in a waterfront locale, Situated just east of the San Lorenzo River and bounded by State Route 1 and the Pacific ocean. Parks, restaurants, coffee spots, and bars galore call Eastside home. The area isn’t exactly pedestrian friendly considering the lack of sidewalks, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility to walk to attractions on Capitola Road. Eastside Santa Cruz provides a quieter suburban setting for those looking to rent in this Pacific Coast city.
Streets are lined with single-story homes and apartments in a variety of architectural styles. Eastside enjoys some of the influence of the University of California Santa Cruz campus, like its nightlife and dining geared towards students. The world-famous Santa Cruz boardwalk is within walking distance of the neighborhood, as is a selection of beaches and cool hangout spots, making this area a prime spot for residents and visitors alike.
Learn more about living in Eastside
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Eastside | Santa Cruz, CA | |
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| Studio | $2,063 | $2,239 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,333 | $2,690 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,056 | $3,663 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,415 | $3,577 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 28.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 55 min | 39.5 mi |
Breakwater Apartments is within 8 minutes or 4.8 miles from Cabrillo College. It is also near UC Santa Cruz and West Valley College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
322 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
42 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
362 Students
Nearby
Property Identified
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
478 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
119 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
199 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
77
/ 100
Traffic
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1630 Merrill St
Santa Cruz, CA 95062