
Cheap Homes for Rent in King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,700 (6 Rentals)
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431 Palm St

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King Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in King Street?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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King Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,483 | $3,900 | $5,150 |
King Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,429 | $3,500 | $7,400 |
King Street 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,250 | $7,600 | $8,900 |
King Street 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,600 | $9,600 | $9,600 |
King Street 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available King Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the King Street area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mission Street Cottages priced from $1,602. 516 Center St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable King Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mission Street Cottages | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in King Street, CA
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the King Street 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 King Street 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 King Street 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 | $4.75 |
Pacific Shores | Mitchell`s Cove | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
Pacific View Courts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.60 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
Mission Street Cottages | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about King Street
What type of rentals are currently available in King Street?
There are currently 151 Apartments for Rent in King Street, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $6,650. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in King Street ranging from $1,790 to $9,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in King Street?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in King Street ranges from $1,790 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $6,254.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in King Street?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in King Street range from $4,850 to $4,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $7,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,650.
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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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