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4280 Diamond St
CapitolaCA95010
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Capitola?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitola 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,798 | $2,645 | $5,500 |
| Capitola 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,733 | $3,750 | $7,750 |
| Capitola 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,398 | $4,195 | $9,000 |
| Capitola 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,425 | $7,250 | $9,600 |
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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. Breakwater Apartments in the Arana Gulch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,753. 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 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,753 |
| Lloyd Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA
As of April 25, 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 | $4.41 |
| Garden Street | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $5.50 |
| 3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 20 | 3300 Portola Dr | 1BR,1BA | $5.74 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Capitola?
There are currently 216 Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $10,000. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitola ranging from $1,900 to $9,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Capitola?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Capitola ranges from $1,900 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,394.
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