Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)

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7362 Mesa Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7362 Mesa Dr

7362 Mesa DrAptos, CA 95003
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Adobe Hacienda
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adobe Hacienda

222 Santa Cruz AveAptos, CA 95003
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Seapines Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Seapines Apartments

1800-1870 Sumner AveAptos, CA 95003
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9012 SOQUEL Dr
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

9012 SOQUEL Dr

9012 SOQUEL DrAptos, CA 95003
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151 Stephen Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

151 Stephen Rd

151 Stephen RdAptos, CA 95003
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Parkhurst Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkhurst Terrace

100 Parkhurst CirAptos, CA 95003

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502 Pine St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

502 Pine St

502 Pine StCapitola, CA 95010
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Capitola Cove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitola Cove

1905 Wharf RdCapitola, CA 95010
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455 Plum St
2 Bedroom Apartments

455 Plum St

455 Plum StCapitola, CA 95010

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4795 River St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4795 River St

4795 River StSoquel, CA 95073
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Aptos, CA Local Guide

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 $2,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aptos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aptos ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,525
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,899
101 Grand3BR Ocean Front3BR,2BA$6,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Aptos area is the $7.99 price per square foot 2BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $7,990. The second greatest value Aptos apartment is the 314 Hillcrest Dr Model at 314 Hillcrest Dr, Unit 314 Hillcrest Drive starting at $2,695 with a $3.59 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Aptos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
101 Grand2BR Ocean Front2BR,2BA$7.99
314 Hillcrest Dr, Unit 314 Hillcrest Drive314 Hillcrest Dr1BR,1BA$3.59
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$4.05
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.92
Aptos ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.64

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Getting Around Aptos, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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 $2,525 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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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