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108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Street Studio Apartments | $3,162 | $2,200 | $4,039 |
| Ocean Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $2,495 | $5,267 |
| Ocean Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,070 | $3,099 | $6,043 |
| Ocean Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,850 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ocean Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Street Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Street area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mission Street Cottages priced from $1,602. 108 Sycamore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Ocean Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Street Cottages | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,598 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Street, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean 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 Ocean Street apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Chestnut Street starting at $4,358 with a $4.84 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Street 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 |
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.84 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
| San Lorenzo Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 311 Cypress Ave, Unit Cypress Avenue | 311 Cypress Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| 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 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| Mission Street Cottages | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
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Best Local Schools in Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
4 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Best Local Schools in Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
4 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Street Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ocean Street?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ocean Street is under $3,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean Street?
The cheapest apartment in Ocean Street is Mission Street Cottages which is listed at $1,602, while the average apartment in Ocean Street costs $5,326.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean Street?
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 96 regular apartments in Ocean Street 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 Ocean Street?
Cheap apartments in Ocean Street have an average cost of $179 which is $5,147 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean Street.
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