Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Flats Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)
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118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach
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108 Sycamore St
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St. George Apartments
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Hidden Creek Apartments
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Cypress Point
Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beach Flats?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Beach Flats Studio Apartments | $3,089 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
Beach Flats 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $1,600 | $5,095 |
Beach Flats 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,127 | $2,395 | $6,043 |
Beach Flats 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Beach Flats Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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231 Blackburn St | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.88 |
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.30 |
206 Raymond St, Unit 206 A | 206 Raymond St | 2BR,1BA | $4.21 |
231 Blackburn St | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $5.25 |
1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.22 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach | 118 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBeach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
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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
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 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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