
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA from $1,800 (19 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St
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8011 Hwy 9

331 Mission St
Brookdale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brookdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brookdale Studio Apartments | $2,824 | $2,085 | $3,964 |
Brookdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,347 | $2,250 | $8,900 |
Brookdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,773 | $2,650 | $9,500 |
Brookdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,359 | $3,375 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Brookdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookdale, CA is a Studio unit found at 516 Center St in the Escolona neighborhood priced from $2,095. 108 Sycamore St in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookdale apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Prospect Corners | *One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Newport Apartments | 0X1SA | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brookdale area is the $2.65 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Brookdale 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 Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookdale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
Aventino | Plan Three | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
Baytree Apartments | D | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Los Gatos Gardens | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $4.21 |
San Jose Greens | Large 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.83 |
Bay Tree | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
Emerald Bay Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
Prospect Corners | *One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Getting Around Brookdale, CA
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
12 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookdale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookdale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookdale is at 516 Center St listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment is $2,250 at Prospect Corners.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookdale is starting from $2,750 at San Jose Greens.
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