Cheap Apartments for Rent in Boulder Creek, CA from $1,800 (23 Rentals)

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214 Teilh Dr

Boulder CreekCA95006

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Seaside Studios
Studio Apartments

Seaside Studios

108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

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108 Sycamore St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

108 Sycamore St

108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Boulder Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Boulder Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Boulder Creek, CA is a Studio unit found at Blue Hills Studio in the Hillside neighborhood priced from $1,875. St. George Apartments in the Escolona neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Boulder Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blue Hills StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
516 Center St516 Center StStudio,1BA$2,295
Cypress PointResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,499

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Boulder Creek, CA and Nearby

As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Boulder Creek area is the $3.68 price per square foot TH Model at Vivere in the in the Ponderosa neighborhood starting from $4,443. The second greatest value Boulder Creek apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Ponderosa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Boulder Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VivereTH2BR,2BA$3.68
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$4.13
Baytree ApartmentsD2BR,2BA$2.90
McClellan TerracePlan 1A1BR,1BA$3.27
Los Gatos Garden Apartments#42BR,1BA$3.82
Siena Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.43
Fountain ParkRedwood2BR,1BA$3.87
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
Newport Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.78

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Getting Around Boulder Creek, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Boulder Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Boulder Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Boulder Creek is at Blue Hills Studio listed at $1,875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Boulder Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Boulder Creek Apartment is $2,250 at Prospect Corners.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Boulder Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Boulder Creek is starting from $2,895 at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments.

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