Cheap Homes for Rent in Western Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,700 (9 Rentals)

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Santa CruzCA95060

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Western, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Western Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western 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 Western apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mission Street CottagesA11BR,1BA$1,602
516 Center St516 Center StStudio,1BA$1,895
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western, CA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western area is the $2.90 price per square foot D Model at Baytree Apartments in the in the Western neighborhood starting from $2,985. The second greatest value Western 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 Western apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Baytree ApartmentsD2BR,2BA$2.90
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.75
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.75
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove1BR,1BA$5.06
Pacific View Courts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.84
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.60
1804 Mission StJr. 1 BedroomStudio ,1BA$4.51
108 Sycamore StStudioStudio ,1BA$5.18
6412 Highway 9, Unit apartment6412 Highway 91BR,1.5BA$4.76
Mission Street CottagesS1Studio ,1BA$4.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western

What type of rentals are currently available in Western?

There are currently 182 Apartments for Rent in Western, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $6,650. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Western ranging from $1,750 to $9,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Western?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Western ranges from $1,750 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,421.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Western?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Western 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 $5,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,650.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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