Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA from $1,800 (36 Rentals)

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Cypress Point
$2,888 - $6,926
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Cypress Point

101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Prospect Corners
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Corners

1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Seaside Studios
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Seaside Studios

108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
Studio Apartments

516 Center St

516 Center 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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Los Gatos Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

14850 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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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 Pacific View Courts in the Western neighborhood priced from $1,995. 201 River Street Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,169. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific View CourtsStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
201 River Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,169
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
The BreakersThe BreakersStudio,1BA$2,295
Newport Apartments0X1SAStudio,1BA$2,445
Plum Street Garden Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,495
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$2,595
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,600
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,795
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookdale area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Brookdale apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Emerald Bay Apartments starting at $3,933 with a $3.82 price per square foot in the Eastside 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.
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Emerald Bay ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$3.82
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.64
1804 Mission StStandard Loft1BR,1.5BA$3.63
Pacific ShoresSteamer Lane1BR,1BA$4.40
AventinoPlan Two1BR,1BA$4.18
Vivere1C1BR,1BA$4.20
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.44
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.48
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$4.65

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Brookdale, CA

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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 Pacific View Courts listed at $1,995.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment is $2,395 at Pacific View Courts.

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 $2,895 at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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