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Highlights
- Open floor plan
- Shared walls
Location
308 Poplar Ave #A, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA|Eastside
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Property Overview
308 Poplar Ave #A features an open floor plan and shared walls, creating a spacious yet communal living environment. Located conveniently near top-rated schools and surrounded by diverse age groups, the area supports an active social life with 58 restaurants within a mile and accessible transit options. Additionally, the property's value per square foot is in the top 80 percentile compared to others in the vicinity, indicating strong market positioning.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- More space
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 308 Poplar Ave #A, Eastside
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Forced Air | Freezer |
| Hardwood Floor | Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
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About 308 Poplar Ave #A
Property Id: 2048243 This 2 bed 1 bath home is located in the "Banana Belt" neighborhood of SC. Walking distance to great grocery stores, restaurants, shops and public transportation. The interior is a spacious, open floor plan with kitchen-great room combo with ample natural light. Enter the home via fenced front courtyard. Landscape maintenance provided. Looking for respectful tenant as there are 2 shared walls with a studio next door. No dogs but would consider a cat. A credit report and background check is required. Applications will be reviewed starting September 1, 2025
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 308 Poplar Ave #A compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.0 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Neighborhood | Eastside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 95062 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Eastside
2-bedroom apartments at 308 Poplar Ave #A cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.
Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Eastside
Santa Cruz
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,858 |
| October 2023 | $3,603 |
| November 2023 | $3,475 |
| December 2023 | $3,513 |
| January 2024 | $3,588 |
| February 2024 | $3,400 |
| March 2024 | $3,410 |
| April 2024 | $3,493 |
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,675 |
| July 2024 | $3,983 |
| August 2024 | $3,754 |
| September 2024 | $3,749 |
| October 2024 | $3,644 |
| November 2024 | $3,505 |
| December 2024 | $3,421 |
| January 2025 | $3,561 |
| February 2025 | $3,483 |
| March 2025 | $3,477 |
| April 2025 | $3,642 |
| May 2025 | $3,697 |
| June 2025 | $3,698 |
| July 2025 | $3,803 |
| August 2025 | $3,764 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,536 |
| November 2023 | $3,275 |
| December 2023 | $3,355 |
| January 2024 | $3,636 |
| February 2024 | $3,462 |
| March 2024 | $3,415 |
| April 2024 | $3,493 |
| May 2024 | $3,599 |
| June 2024 | $3,785 |
| July 2024 | $3,812 |
| August 2024 | $3,682 |
| September 2024 | $3,812 |
| October 2024 | $3,374 |
| November 2024 | $3,560 |
| December 2024 | $3,518 |
| January 2025 | $3,687 |
| February 2025 | $3,600 |
| March 2025 | $3,601 |
| April 2025 | $3,750 |
| May 2025 | $3,788 |
| June 2025 | $3,560 |
| July 2025 | $3,490 |
| August 2025 | $3,533 |
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Can I afford to live at 308 Poplar Ave #A?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 308 Poplar Ave #A
Monarch Community Elementary School
840 n branciforte ave
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-5Public
Alternative Family Education
840 n branciforte ave
santa cruz, CA, 95062
K-12Public
B
De Laveaga Elementary School
1145 morrissey blvd
santa cruz, CA, 95065
K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood
Eastside | Santa Cruz, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Santa Cruz near 308 Poplar Ave #A
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 308 Poplar Ave #A, Santa Cruz
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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