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118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach
118 1st StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (8 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1010 Pacific Apartments
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Beach Hill, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beach Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Hill Studio Apartments | $3,244 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
| Beach Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,622 | $1,800 | $5,095 |
| Beach Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,065 | $3,099 | $6,043 |
| Beach Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,850 | $4,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 108 Sycamore St priced from $2,200. 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 Hill apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Hill, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Beach Hill 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 Hill apartment is the 152 C Model at 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath starting at $4,750 with a $5.28 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beach Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
| The Hilltop | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $5.58 |
| Pacific Shores | Mitchell`s Cove | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.45 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.65 |
| 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 Hill, Santa Cruz, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $3,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Beach Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Beach Hill is 1010 Pacific Apartments which is listed at $2,699, while the average apartment in Beach Hill costs $5,115.
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 216 regular apartments in Beach Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Beach Hill?
Cheap apartments in Beach Hill have an average cost of $428 which is $4,687 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Beach Hill.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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