Top Rated Low Income Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA (1 Rental)
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Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,831 | $2,150 | $4,020 |
Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,508 | $2,200 | $5,095 |
Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,796 | $2,900 | $6,043 |
Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,424 | $3,733 | $4,950 |
Santa Cruz 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,025 | $5,400 | $6,650 |
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Getting Around Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Santa Cruz is at Pacific Shores listed at $3,281.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Santa Cruz Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Santa Cruz is $4,135.
What is the largest Low Income Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Santa Cruz is a 1,035 square feet unit starting from $3,281 at Pacific Shores.
What is the average size for Santa Cruz Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Santa Cruz is currently at 656 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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