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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,600(16 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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from $2,4991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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from $2,650Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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San Lorenzo Apartments
120 San Lorenzo BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $3,060 | $1,600 | $4,850 |
| Central Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,552 | $1,600 | $5,095 |
| Central Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,845 | $2,395 | $6,211 |
| Central Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $3,585 | $5,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. 108 Sycamore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Central Santa Cruz apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| The Breakers | The Boardwalk | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Santa Cruz, CA
As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Central Santa Cruz area is the $4.46 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Chestnut Street in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,642. The second greatest value Central Santa Cruz apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Westmont Townhomes starting at $4,275 with a $4.75 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.46 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.50 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.87 |
| 311 Elm St, Unit B | 311 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| San Lorenzo Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| Clay Residences | 1BR-1.5BA Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.16 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.45 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Santa Cruz. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Central Santa Cruz Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
33 / 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 Central Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Santa Cruz is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment is $2,499 at Hidden Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Santa Cruz is starting from $3,286 at 1010 Pacific Apartments.
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