Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA from $1,200 (22 Rentals)

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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 516 Center St in the Escolona neighborhood priced from $1,995. 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
516 Center St516 Center StStudio,1BA$1,995
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Newport Apartments0X1SAStudio,1BA$2,445
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brookdale area is the $3.61 price per square foot TH Model at Vivere in the in the Ponderosa neighborhood starting from $4,359. 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 Ponderosa 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.
VivereTH2BR,2BA$3.61
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Baytree ApartmentsD2BR,2BA$2.90
Bay TreePlan B12BR,2BA$4.05
Los Gatos Gardens2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$4.21
1804 Mission StLarger Loft1BR,1.5BA$3.72
AventinoPlan Four1BR,1BA$4.27
Pacific ShoresMitchell`s Cove1BR,1BA$4.03
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
150 Evergreen Rd, Unit Studio150 Evergreen RdStudio ,1BA$3.70

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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 $1,995.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookdale Apartment is $2,250 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 $2,895 at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments.

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