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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bananna Belt Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,800 (11 Rentals)
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1010 Pacific Apartments
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Bananna Belt, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bananna Belt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananna Belt Studio Apartments | $2,905 | $1,895 | $4,020 |
| Bananna Belt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,604 | $2,295 | $5,095 |
| Bananna Belt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,048 | $2,950 | $6,043 |
| Bananna Belt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,595 | $4,595 | $4,595 |
| Bananna Belt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bananna Belt Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bananna Belt Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bananna Belt area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at 516 Center St priced from $1,895. The Breakers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Bananna Belt apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,545 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bananna Belt, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bananna Belt area is the $3.65 price per square foot 121 Marnell Ave Model at 121 Marnell Ave, Unit # A in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $5,400. The second greatest value Bananna Belt apartment is the B2 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $3,895 with a $4.22 price per square foot in the Bananna Belt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bananna Belt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Marnell Ave, Unit # A | 121 Marnell Ave | 4BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.22 |
| Pacific View Courts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.54 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.78 |
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio ,1BA | $5.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bananna Belt Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bananna Belt?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bananna Belt is under $3,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bananna Belt?
The cheapest apartment in Bananna Belt is The Breakers which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Bananna Belt costs $5,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bananna Belt?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Bananna Belt that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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