Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA from $1,800 (44 Rentals)

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Cypress Point
$2,856 - $4,564
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Capitola Gardens
$3,320 - $5,347
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 17

Capitola Gardens

1745 46th AveCapitola, CA 95010
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Prospect Corners
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Corners

1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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516 Center St
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516 Center St

516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
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803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Los Gatos Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

14850 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Vivere
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vivere

137 Riviera DrLos Gatos, CA 95032

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Anton Pacific
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Brookdale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookdale, CA is a Studio unit found at The Palomar Inn in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood priced from $1,860. St. George Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz 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 Brookdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Palomar InnPalomar Inn -SROStudio,1BA$1,860
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
The BreakersThe BreakersStudio,1BA$2,295
Plum Street Garden ApartmentsPlum Street - StudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Twelve Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,495
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,745
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$2,750
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,850
Cypress PointResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,856
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookdale area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,295. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake Vasona Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Emerald Bay ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$3.82
Baytree Apartments2/12BR,2BA$3.10
Vivere2C2BR,2BA$3.89
Thurber Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$3.52
Maison Massol Apartments2042BR,2BA$4.21
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.05
1804 Mission StStandard Loft1BR,1.5BA$3.63
Twelve Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.33

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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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Brookdale, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 The Palomar Inn listed at $1,860.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment is $2,495 at Twelve Oaks Apartments.

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 $2,745 at San Jose Greens.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.