
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (16 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St

St. George Apartments
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Studio Apartments | $3,062 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,620 | $1,800 | $5,095 |
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,990 | $2,395 | $6,043 |
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $4,850 | $4,850 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,598 |
Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,710 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk area is the $4.50 price per square foot C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments in the in the Arana Gulch neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Breakwater Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.50 |
Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.88 |
Pacific Shores | Mitchell`s Cove | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.23 |
311 Cypress Ave, Unit Cypress Avenue | 311 Cypress Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.53 |
Hidden Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.52 |
The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.92 |
1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
118 1st St, Unit Walk to the Beach | 118 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #11
Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 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®
39 / 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is at 108 Sycamore St listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment is $2,710 at Chestnut Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is starting from $2,999 at The Sands.
What is the most affordable Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 108 Sycamore St and starts from $4,250.
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