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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA. 32 Rentals Available
32 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,600

  • a living room with a couch and chairs and tables
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,200

  • a kitchen with white appliances and a wooden floor
    Only 3 units left
    Studio $2,000
    1 bd $2,200
    2 bd $2,900
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Cat friendly

Apartments Under $2,400

  • in black and white
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,300
    2 bd $3,100
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,395
    2 bd $2,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
    Apply online

Apartments Under $2,800

  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    Rent specials 10 units available
    1 bd $2,750+
    2 bd $3,805+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a white couch and a tv
    10 units available
    Studio $2,750+
    1 bd $2,800+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $3,800

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $3,600
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a yellow house with a fence in front of it
    Verified Listing

    44 Hill Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076
    Apply online
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,000 and $3,895.

How many cheap rentals are available in Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?

There are 26 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 30 May 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

The average Santa Cruz, CA cheap apartment size is 556 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

Cheap apartments in Santa Cruz, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Santa Cruz, CA?

A cheap apartment in Santa Cruz, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.