Emerald Bay Apartments

2500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago
Monthly Rent
$2,706 - $3,933
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Bedrooms
1 - 3
Bathrooms
1 - 1.5
Sq. Ft.
705 - 1,030 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom

$2,706
1 Bed, 1 Bath
705 Sq. Ft.
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Available Soon

Two Bedroom

$3,381
2 Beds, 1 Bath
850 Sq. Ft.
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Three Bedroom

$3,933
3 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,030 Sq. Ft.
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $40

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

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Basketball Court
  • Courtyard
  • Gated
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground
  • Private Bathroom
  • Property Manager on Site

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

46 min Drive

San José International

Airport

Monterey Regional

49 min Drive

Monterey Regional

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

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

New Brighton Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Opal Cliffs

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

Good Shepherd Catholic School

Grades PK-8

Private

Not rated

Special Education Preschool

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

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

Emerald Bay Apartments is an apartment community in Santa Cruz, CA

Contact

Property Address:
2500 Soquel Dr,
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Phone Number: (831) 777-2875
Office Hours
  • 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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(831) 777-2875

Languages: English, Spanish

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