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Aptos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aptos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Aptos Studio Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Cheap Aptos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,193 | $2,250 | $8,900 |
Cheap Aptos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,495 | $3,000 | $9,500 |
Cheap Aptos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,837 | $5,299 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Aptos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aptos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Six Hundred Park Avenue in the Eastside neighborhood priced from $2,250. Capitola Gardens in the Eastside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,049. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aptos apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-remodeled 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,049 |
Plum Street Garden Apartments | One-bedroom upgraded apartment! Walk-in Close... | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
101 Grand | 2BR Ocean View | 2BR,2BA | $5,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Aptos area is the $2.50 price per square foot 4770 Soquel Dr Model at 4770 Soquel Dr, Unit B in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Aptos apartment is the 2BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand starting at $7,990 with a $7.99 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. 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. |
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4770 Soquel Dr, Unit B | 4770 Soquel Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
101 Grand | 2BR Ocean Front | 2BR,2BA | $7.99 |
Six Hundred Park Avenue | Remodeled 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Plum Street Garden Apartments | One-bedroom upgraded apartment! Walk-in Close... | 1BR,1BA | $5.16 |
Capitola Gardens | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
100 Oakland Ave, Unit 3 | 100 Oakland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $6.92 |
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Bike Score®
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Bikeable
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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 $2,250 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 $3,050 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.
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