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Breakwater Apartments

1630 Merrill St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Property Summary

Located in Santa Cruz, this coastal community offers a selection of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Residents enjoy a blend of seaside charm and modern convenience, with homes featuring wood-style flooring, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Select layouts include private outdoor spaces and dedicated office areas. The community provides shared amenities such as a heated outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. Its position near the beach, UCSC, and local dining options makes it a practical choice for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle in Santa Cruz County.

Renter brief

At the source check, 6 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,890/mo.

Source · Rent.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Available units

Checked 17 hours ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 624 ft² · Unit 504
    Available Now
    $2,890/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 624 ft² · Unit 403
    Available Oct 24
    $2,902/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 624 ft² · Unit 506
    Available Oct 30
    $2,933/mo
  • 2 bd · 1 ba · 860 ft² · Unit 2x1A
    Available Now
    $3,595/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 923 ft² · Unit 2x1.5THA
    Available Now
    $3,845/mo
  • 3 bd · 2 ba · 955 ft² · Unit 209
    Available Now
    $4,222/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,890
Within 3 mi median$2,850

Source · 228 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness Center

What's Around

  • Transit
    Snell Station · 21.4 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Ledyard Company · 0.3 mi
  • Dining
    35 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Felt Street Skatepark · 0.3 mi
  • University
    San Jose State University · 26.2 mi
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