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525 Bethany Dr

14255 CA-9
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Brookdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookdale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,957 | $2,750 | $9,850 |
| Brookdale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,687 | $4,200 | $5,500 |
| Brookdale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,950 | $7,950 | $7,950 |
| Brookdale 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,375 | $7,500 | $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 St. George Apartments in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood priced from $2,200. The Breakers in the Ocean Street neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Prospect Corners | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,430 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookdale area is the $3.07 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,925. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.37 |
| Maison Massol Apartments | 204 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| San Jose Greens | Large 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Los Gatos Garden Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Prospect Corners | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 8787 Highway 9 | 8787 Highway 9 | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Brookdale?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $10,000. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookdale ranging from $1,200 to $13,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brookdale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brookdale ranges from $1,200 to $13,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,104.
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