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Highlights

  • Modern kitchens
  • Completely remodeled
  • Modern kitchen
  • Large bedrooms
  • Upgraded apartment
  • Spacious one-bedroom

Location

2500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065, USA
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Emerald Bay Apartments

Leasing office

(831) 475-4606

Property Overview

Emerald Bay Apartments receives a strong overall rating of 8.6 from Zumper, indicating it's a solid choice for renters. It is competitively priced with a perfect score of 10, highlighting great value for its impressive amenities, rated 9 out of 10, and an excellent location, also rated 9. Additionally, the property features modern kitchens and spacious one-bedroom layouts, complemented by a trustworthiness rating of 8, reflecting its transparent management. With 13 photos available, potential renters can easily gain insight into the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Emerald Bay Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Emerald Bay Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1.5 bath705 sqft$2,706 /mo1 unit availableSpacious, desirable one-bedroom, one-bathroom upgraded apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz. Large, private patios and balconies. Abundant natural light throughout. Completely remodeled with beautiful cabinetry, new flooring and modern kitchen and bathroom. Large bedroom with linen storage closets.
3BR/1.5BA3 bed1.5 bath1,050 sqft$3,733 /mo1 unit availableSpacious, desirable three-bedroom, one and one half-bathroom upgraded apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz. Large, private patios and balconies. Abundant natural light throughout. Completely remodeled with beautiful cabinetry, new flooring and modern kitchens and bathrooms. Large bedrooms with linen storage closets.

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Amenities for Emerald Bay Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Appliances

Refrigerator

Building

Controlled AccessOnsite Laundry
Water/Sewer

Grounds

Basketball CourtsOutdoor Space
Smoke Free Community

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceTrash Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units2
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About Emerald Bay Apartments

HomeApartments in Santa Cruz Emerald Bay Apartments

Spacious, desirable three-bedroom, one and one half-bathroom upgraded apartment available for rent in Santa Cruz. Large, private patios and balconies. Abundant natural light throughout. Completely remodeled with beautiful cabinetry, new flooring and modern kitchens and bathrooms. Large bedrooms with linen storage closets.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Emerald Bay Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Emerald Bay Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Emerald Bay Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Emerald Bay Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Emerald Bay Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Emerald Bay Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Emerald Bay Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Emerald Bay Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I like living here,is close to several stores

Francisco Alcantar

Francisco Alcantar

Oct 21, 2024

The "Villa" has changed so much it's well kept and a nice place to visit and chill.

Tina Jaquez

Tina Jaquez

Jul 02, 2019

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Emerald Bay Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 12 parks within a mile

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 Emerald Bay Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Santa Cruz

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% higher than 1-bedrooms in Santa Cruz.

3-bedroom apartments at Emerald Bay Apartments cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Santa Cruz.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Santa Cruz
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Cruz
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,000
October 2023$1,981
November 2023$2,212
December 2023$2,170
January 2024$1,600
April 2024$1,874
May 2024$1,975
June 2024$1,970
July 2024$2,400
August 2024$2,210
September 2024$2,250
October 2024$2,144
November 2024$2,078
December 2024$1,772
January 2025$1,925
February 2025$2,225
March 2025$1,805
April 2025$1,848
May 2025$1,989
June 2025$1,948
July 2025$1,890
August 2025$2,147
September 2025$2,118

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Can I afford to live at 2500 Soquel Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$108,240/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,240 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,706.
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Schools near Emerald Bay Apartments

Soquel Elementary School

2700 porter st

soquel, CA, 95073

K-5Public
B

Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary School

8005 winkle ave

santa cruz, CA, 95065

K-5Public
B

Main Street Elementary School

3400 n main st

soquel, CA, 95073

K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Santa Cruz near 2500 Soquel Dr

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2500 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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