Cheap Homes for Rent in Aptos, CA from $2,000 (10 Rentals)

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property at 1785 Day Valley Rd

$2,000

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$2,000

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1785 Day Valley Rd

AptosCA95003

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property at 307 Capitola Ave

$2,895

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$2,895

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$2,895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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307 Capitola Ave, Unit A

307 Capitola Ave
CapitolaCA95010

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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 $2,095. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aptos ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$2,350
Plum Street Garden Apartments 501 Plum St Capitola, CA 95010Plum Street - StudioStudio,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aptos area is the $9.50 price per square foot 3BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $9,500. The second greatest value Aptos apartment is the 5175 Freedom Blvd Model at 5175 Freedom Blvd, Unit 3 starting at $3,400 with a $4.86 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 Grand3BR Ocean Front3BR,2BA$9.50
5175 Freedom Blvd, Unit 35175 Freedom Blvd3BR,1BA$4.86
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$3.77
Aptos ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.87
Plum Street Garden Apartments 501 Plum St Capitola, CA 95010Plum Street - StudioStudio ,1BA$6.37

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aptos

What type of rentals are currently available in Aptos?

There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Aptos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $10,000. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Aptos ranging from $2,000 to $7,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Aptos ranges from $2,000 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,758.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.