Cheap Homes for Rent in Capitola, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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property at 837 Corcoran Ave

$1,085

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$1,085

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

837 Corcoran Ave, Unit #1

837 Corcoran Ave
Santa CruzCA95062

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property at 307 Capitola Ave

$2,895

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$2,895

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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307 Capitola Ave, Unit A

307 Capitola Ave
CapitolaCA95010
property at 2308 17th Ave

$3,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2308 17th Ave

Santa CruzCA95062

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Capitola, CA Local Guide

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 $2,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Capitola apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$2,350
Plum Street Garden ApartmentsPlum Street - StudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Thurber Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1BA$3,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitola area is the $3.82 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Emerald Bay Apartments in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,933. The second greatest value Capitola apartment is the 3BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand starting at $9,500 with a $9.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Emerald Bay ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$3.82
101 Grand3BR Ocean Front3BR,2BA$9.50
Thurber Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$3.50
Breakwater ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$4.71
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$3.77
3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 203300 Portola Dr1BR,1BA$5.27
3150 Stanley Ave, Unit 23150 Stanley Ave1BR,1BA$5.33
Plum Street Garden Apartments 501 Plum St Capitola, CA 95010Plum Street - StudioStudio ,1BA$6.37

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitola

What type of rentals are currently available in Capitola?

There are currently 215 Apartments for Rent in Capitola, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,295 to $10,000. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Capitola ranging from $1,085 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 $1,085 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,186.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.