Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Flats Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)

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307-309 Raymond St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

307-309 Raymond St

307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seabright Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seabright Apartments

116 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Seaside Studios
Studio Apartments

Seaside Studios

108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
Studio Apartments

516 Center St

516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Beach Flats Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beach Flats area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 231 Blackburn St priced from $1,600. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Beach Flats apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
231 Blackburn St1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,600
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$2,399
Cypress PointResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,598

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Flats, CA

As of February 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Beach Flats area is the $4.75 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Westmont Townhomes in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,275. The second greatest value Beach Flats apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Chestnut Street starting at $4,393 with a $4.88 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beach Flats apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.75
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.88
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C3BR,2BA$5.28
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.30
206 Raymond St, Unit 206 A206 Raymond St2BR,1BA$4.21
231 Blackburn St1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.46
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$5.25
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.22
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio ,1BA$5.18
118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach118 1st St1BR,1BA$4.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #15

Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Beach Flats Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Flats Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Beach Flats?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Beach Flats is at 108 Sycamore St listed at $2,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Flats Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Flats Apartment is $1,600 at 231 Blackburn St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Beach Flats is starting from $3,200 at The Sands.

What is the most affordable Beach Flats Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Beach Flats Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 108 Sycamore St and starts from $4,250.

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