Cheap Homes for Rent in Beach Flats Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,700 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Flats, CA

As of April 25, 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 $4,274 with a $4.75 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$4.75
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C3BR,2BA$5.28
San Lorenzo Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.40
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.84
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.60
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.24
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.24
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio ,1BA$5.18
Mission Street CottagesS1Studio ,1BA$4.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about Beach Flats

What type of rentals are currently available in Beach Flats?

There are currently 205 Apartments for Rent in Beach Flats, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $6,650. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Beach Flats ranging from $1,790 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Beach Flats?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Beach Flats ranges from $1,790 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,086.

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