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.
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Pet-friendly
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() Unit 516 1 bd, 1 ba | 624 | Now | $2,845 |
![]() Unit 413 1 bd, 1 ba | 624 | Now | $2,859 |
![]() Unit 502 1 bd, 1 ba | 624 | Now | $2,859 |
![]() Unit 511 1 bd, 1 ba | 624 | Aug 29 | $2,902 |
![]() Unit 116 2 bd, 1 ba | 860 | Aug 8 | $3,602 |
![]() Unit 115 2 bd, 1 ba | 860 | Aug 14 | $3,608 |
![]() Unit 601 2 bd, 1 ba | 860 | Aug 20 | $3,616 |
![]() Unit 203 2 bd, 1 ba | 860 | Aug 27 | $3,630 |
![]() Unit 606 2 bd, 1 ba | 860 | Aug 11 | $3,649 |
![]() Unit 305 2 bd, 2 ba | 923 | Now | $3,866 |
![]() Unit 312 2 bd, 2 ba | 923 | Now | $3,907 |
![]() Unit 311 2 bd, 2 ba | 923 | Jul 28 | $3,914 |
![]() Unit 119 3 bd, 2 ba | 955 | Now | $4,054 |
![]() Unit 117 3 bd, 2 ba | 955 | Now | $4,116 |
![]() Unit 103 3 bd, 2 ba | 955 | Aug 14 | $4,166 |
What's special
Swimming pool
Cool down on hot days
This building features access to a pool. Less than 8% of buildings in Santa Cruz have this amenity.
Stainless-steel appliancesPrivate balconies or patiosWood-style flooringHeated outdoor swimming poolSleek finishes
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Swimming Pool: Pool
Policies
Lease terms
- 3 months, 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 10 months, 11 months, 12 months
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedNumber allowed2One-time dog fee$50
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2One-time cat fee$35
Neighborhood: 95062
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNear Breakwater Apartments
- University of California Santa Cruz, less than a 20-minute drive away, is a public research university that offers 65 undergraduate majors and 41 graduate degree programs.
- Moran Lake Park, offering facilities for surfing, fishing and picnicking, is located within a 10-minute bike ride.
- Cutesy Cupcakes, serving specialty cupcakes in a variety of flavors, including Caramel Apple Pie, Candy Bar Cupcake and Mexican Chocolate, is within a 10-minute drive.
- Grocery stores located within a 10-minute car ride include Live Oak Supermarket, Safeway, La Esperanza Market, Whole Foods Market and Walgreens.
- Buses 66 and 66N are a 1-minute walk away.
Nearby schools in Santa Cruz
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Del Mar Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Shoreline Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- NASpecial Education PreschoolGrades: Distance: 1.4 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Breakwater Apartments?
Breakwater Apartments has a walk score of 74, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of Breakwater Apartments?
Breakwater Apartments has a transit score of 29, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Breakwater Apartments?
The schools assigned to Breakwater Apartments include Del Mar Elementary School, Shoreline Middle School, and Special Education Preschool.
What neighborhood is Breakwater Apartments in?
Breakwater Apartments is in the 95062 neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA.
What are Breakwater Apartments's policies on pets?
A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit.
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