Emerald Bay Apartments
2500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
- Bedrooms
- 1 - 31 - 3 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 - 1.51 - 1.5 Baths
- Sq. Ft.
- 705 - 1,030 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
1 Bedroom
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Two Bedroom
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Three Bedroom
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Details
Property Information
- Built in 1972
- 200 units2 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$40
Dogs Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
Max of 2, Pet Interview
Cats Allowed
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Cats Allowed
Max of 2, Pet Interview
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- Beautiful Remodeled Apartments
- Pets Accepted. Restrictions Apply.
Apartment Features
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Deck
- Dining Room
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room
- Freezer
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Lawn
- Linen Closet
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry
- Patio
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- 24 Hour Access
- Basketball Court
- Courtyard
- Gated
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Private Bathroom
- Property Manager on Site
- Utilities Included
- Walk-Up
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Airport
46 min Drive
Airport
49 min Drive
Moving to Outlying Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Emerald Bay Apartments proximity to Stonehouse Center, Soquel Towers, and Safeway Center. Stonehouse Center is 0.7 miles away, and Soquel Towers is within a 12 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, Emerald Bay Apartments has some public transit, including 5 transit stops within 36.4 miles. Transit options include San Martin Caltrain Station Northbound and San Martin Caltrain Station Southbound.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Emerald Bay Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Arana Gulch, DeLaveaga Park, and Twin Lakes State Beach.
Airports
Living in Outlying Santa Cruz County provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 47 minutes from Emerald Bay Apartments. Another nearby airport is Monterey Regional, located 40 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
New Brighton Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Opal Cliffs
Grades K-8
Public
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Grades PK-8
Private
Special Education Preschool
Grades K-12
Public
Bay School, The
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Cabrillo College | Drive: 6 min (3 mi) |
| UC Santa Cruz | Drive: 18 min (8.2 mi) |
About Emerald Bay Apartments
Welcome to Emerald Bay Apartments in well located mid-county Santa Cruz California offering One, Two and Three-Bedroom apartment homes. Section 8 voucher accepted. Non-smoking community. Well maintained and professionally managed.
APARTMENT…
AMENITIES
Double-pane energy efficient windows
Ceiling fans, Microwave oven
Utilities included: water, garbage, custom window coverings
Spacious closets
Large private patios or balconies
Newer kitchen appliances
Kitchen pantries
Internet & cable ready
Multiple telephone outlets
COMMUNITY AMENITIES
Gated community; Dedicated resident parking, Spacious 8-acre, well located mid-county setting
Children's playground
Basketball court, picnic area
Professional on-site management 24/7 on-call maintenance
Close to schools, shopping and medical services
Community courtesy patrol
Large laundry facility with newer full size washers and dryers
Close to 41st. Ave., bus line, Hwy. 1
Welcome to Emerald Bay Apartments in well located mid-county Santa Cruz California offering One, Two and Three-Bedroom apartment homes. Section 8 voucher accepted. Non-smoking community. Well maintained and professionally managed.
APARTMENT AMENITIES
Double-pane energy efficient windows
Ceiling fans, Microwave oven
Utilities included: water, garbage, custom window coverings
Spacious closets
Large private patios or balconies
Newer kitchen appliances
Kitchen pantries
Internet & cable ready
Multiple telephone outlets
COMMUNITY AMENITIES
Gated community; Dedicated resident parking, Spacious 8-acre, well located mid-county setting
Children's playground
Basketball court, picnic area
Professional on-site management 24/7 on-call maintenance
Close to schools, shopping and medical services
Community courtesy patrol
Large laundry facility with newer full size washers and dryers
Close to 41st. Ave., bus line, Hwy. 1
Emerald Bay Apartments is an apartment community in Santa Cruz, CA
Contact
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
- Sunday Closed
- Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday By Appointment Only
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