Cheap Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA from $1,700 (4 Rentals)

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Shearwater Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shearwater Apartments

2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Capitola, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA and Nearby

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitola area is the $3.48 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Capitola apartment is the 3BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand starting at $8,150 with a $8.15 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitola apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wilder TownhomesTH15Y2BR,1.5BA$3.48
101 Grand3BR Ocean Front3BR,2BA$8.15
Breakwater ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$4.22
30th Ave TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.28
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
Plum Street Garden ApartmentsTwo-Bedroom ~ beautiful upgrades, wood style pl...2BR,1BA$4.06
314 Hillcrest Dr314 Hillcrest Dr1BR,1BA$3.73
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.84
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.92

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Getting Around Capitola, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitola Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitola Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitola Apartment is $2,706 at Emerald Bay Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Capitola Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitola is starting from $3,181 at Emerald Bay Apartments.

What is the most affordable Capitola Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Capitola Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emerald Bay Apartments and starts from $3,733.

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