
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA from $1,700 (25 Rentals)
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Plum Street Garden Apartments

511-515 Sunset Dr

1720 48th Ave

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Capitola Gardens

The Bluffs on 44th
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4280 Diamond St

519 Burlingame Ave

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3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 20, Unit # 20

Emerald Bay Apartments

832 Paget Ave

341 5th Ave
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755 14th Ave, Unit 212, Unit 212

106 Village Drive Apartments

Harbor Walk at Swan Lake

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Granava Garden Apartments

2630 Portola Dr
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Corcoran Gardens Apartments

Creekside Apartments

395 Tabor Dr

Lloyd Court Apartments

Breakwater Apartments

2603 Willowbrook Ln
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitola?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Capitola Studio Apartments | $2,530 | $2,495 | $2,600 |
| Cheap Capitola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $2,350 | $8,900 |
| Cheap Capitola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,899 | $2,750 | $9,500 |
| Cheap Capitola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,343 | $3,933 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Capitola Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Capitola, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Six Hundred Park Avenue in the Eastside neighborhood priced from $2,350. Plum Street Garden Apartments in the Eastside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Capitola apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
| Lloyd Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,482 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitola area is the $3.48 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Capitola apartment is the 1715 42nd Ave Model at 1715 42nd Ave, Unit Apt 3 starting at $3,500 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitola apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilder Townhomes | TH15Y | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.48 |
| 1715 42nd Ave, Unit Apt 3 | 1715 42nd Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Emerald Bay Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.82 |
| 101 Grand | 3BR Ocean Front | 3BR,2BA | $9.50 |
| Landing at Capitola | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| Lloyd Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Six Hundred Park Avenue | Non-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| 3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 20 | 3300 Portola Dr | 1BR,1BA | $5.74 |
| Plum Street Garden Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $6.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitola Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitola Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Capitola Apartment is $2,350 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Capitola Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Capitola is starting from $2,750 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.
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