
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Heights Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,000 (23 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Prospect Heights Studio Apartments | $2,225 | $2,200 | $2,250 |
Prospect Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,958 | $2,930 | $4,215 |
Prospect Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,606 | $3,381 | $4,050 |
Prospect Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,224 | $4,850 | $5,599 |
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Cheapest Available Prospect Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prospect Heights area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at 108 Sycamore St priced from $2,200. Cormorant Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,295. Here are the most affordable Prospect Heights apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,381 |
La Posada | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,215 |
Capitola Gardens | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $5,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Heights, CA
As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Prospect Heights area is the $4.68 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Capitola Gardens in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $5,599. The second greatest value Prospect Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Emerald Bay Apartments starting at $3,381 with a $3.98 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prospect Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Capitola Gardens | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $4.68 |
Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.23 |
La Posada | I Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $8.07 |
1011 Prospect Hts, Unit 1011 Prospect Hts | 1011 Prospect Hts | Studio ,1BA | $4.50 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleProspect Heights, Santa Cruz, CA
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Best Local Schools in Prospect Heights, Santa Cruz, CA
Green Acres Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Prospect Heights, Santa Cruz, CA
Green Acres Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Prospect Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Prospect Heights is at 108 Sycamore St listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prospect Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prospect Heights Apartment is $4,215 at La Posada.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prospect Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prospect Heights is starting from $3,245 at Cormorant Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Prospect Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prospect Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 108 Sycamore St and starts from $4,250.
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