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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA and Nearby

As of September 17, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Brookdale?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Brookdale, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $10,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookdale ranging from $2,300 to $18,950.

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 $2,300 to $18,950 with an average monthly rent of $5,407.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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