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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UCSC Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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310 Chestnut St, Unit 2
310 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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from $2,7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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UCSC, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UCSC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UCSC Studio Apartments | $2,883 | $1,895 | $4,020 |
| UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $2,295 | $5,095 |
| UCSC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,026 | $3,499 | $6,043 |
| UCSC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $4,850 | $4,850 |
| UCSC 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,650 | $6,650 | $6,650 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the UCSC Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available UCSC Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the UCSC 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 UCSC apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UCSC, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the UCSC 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 UCSC 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 UCSC 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 | $4.75 |
| Pacific Shores | Mitchell`s Cove | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| 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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Best Local Schools in Ucsc, Santa Cruz, CA
Bay View Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (336)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UCSC Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UCSC?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UCSC is at Mission Street Cottages listed at $1,872.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UCSC Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UCSC Apartment is $1,602 at Mission Street Cottages.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UCSC Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UCSC is starting from $2,800 at The Sands.
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