Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)

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504 Cliff St

Santa CruzCA95060
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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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Seaside Studios
Studio Apartments

Seaside Studios

108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
  • Utilities Included
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The Sands
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

Beach Hill, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Beach Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beach Hill area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at The Breakers priced from $2,150. 108 Sycamore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Beach Hill apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The BreakersThe BreakersStudio,1BA$2,150
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,575
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Hill, CA

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Beach Hill area is the $5.28 price per square foot 152 C Model at 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Beach Hill apartment is the B2 Model at Oceanview starting at $4,795 with a $5.58 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beach Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C3BR,2BA$5.28
OceanviewB22BR,2BA$5.58
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove1BR,1BA$5.06
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.84
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$5.41
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.60
Anton PacificStudio-1EStudio ,1BA$5.54
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.24
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.24
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio ,1BA$5.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Beach Hill, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Beach Hill Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Beach Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Beach Hill is under $3,370.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Beach Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Beach Hill is The Breakers which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Beach Hill costs $6,650.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Beach Hill?

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 10 regular apartments in Beach Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.