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607 Capitola Ave

Six Hundred Park Avenue

Plum Street Garden Apartments

1925 46th Ave, Unit #73 - Bldg 9, Unit #73 - Bldg 9

511-515 Sunset Dr

1720 48th Ave
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Capitola Gardens

455 Plum St

395 Tabor Dr

375 Clifford Ave

1925 46th Ave

239 Sunnyhills Dr
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2861 S Palisades Ave
Aptos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aptos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Aptos Studio Apartments | $2,212 | $1,825 | $2,600 |
| Cheap Aptos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $2,350 | $8,900 |
| Cheap Aptos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,992 | $2,750 | $9,500 |
| Cheap Aptos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,548 | $5,347 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Aptos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aptos, CA is a Studio unit found at Aptos Apartments priced from $1,995. Six Hundred Park Avenue in the Eastside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aptos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aptos Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
| Wilder Townhomes | TH15Y | 2BR,1BA | $4,250 |
| 101 Grand | 2BR Ocean View | 2BR,2BA | $6,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aptos area is the $3.48 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Aptos apartment is the 116 Marina Ave Model at 116 Marina Ave, Unit 116 starting at $4,000 with a $3.48 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Aptos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilder Townhomes | TH15Y | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.48 |
| 116 Marina Ave, Unit 116 | 116 Marina Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| 112 Marina Ave, Unit 112 | 112 Marina Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| 101 Grand | 3BR Ocean Front | 3BR,2BA | $9.50 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| Aptos Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aptos Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Aptos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Aptos Apartment is $2,350 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Aptos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Aptos is starting from $2,750 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.
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