Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arana Gulch Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,600 (68 Rentals)

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622 Pine
2 Bedroom Apartments

622 Pine

622 Pine StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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236 Sixth
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

236 Sixth

236 6th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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835 Corcoran Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

835 Corcoran Ave

835 Corcoran AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1500 Merrill St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Merrill St

1500 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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626 Windsor St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

626 Windsor St

626 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2600 17th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2600 17th Ave

2600 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065

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2711 Soquel Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2711 Soquel Ave

2711 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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132 Seaview Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

132 Seaview Ave

132 Seaview AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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832-834 Paget Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

832-834 Paget Ave

832-834 Paget AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1506 Broadway
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1506 Broadway

1506 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2045 Alice St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2045 Alice St

2045 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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530 14th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 14th Ave

530 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Kinsley Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kinsley Apartments

1855-1901 Kinsley StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1510 Merrill St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1510 Merrill St

1510 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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222 Gault St
2 Bedroom Apartments

222 Gault St

222 Gault StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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209 Kaye St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

209 Kaye St

209 Kaye StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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666 17th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

666 17th Ave

666 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2050 Jose Ave
Studio Apartments

2050 Jose Ave

2050 Jose AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1450 Merrill St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1450 Merrill St

1450 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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299 7th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

299 7th Ave

299 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1822 Harper St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1822 Harper St

1822 Harper StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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160 Park Pl
Studio Apartments

160 Park Pl

160 Park PlSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2735 Soquel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2735 Soquel Ave

2735 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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615 Seabright Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

615 Seabright Ave

615 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Nueva Vista Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Nueva Vista Apartments

136 Leibrandt AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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127 Ocean St
Studio Apartments

127 Ocean St

127 Ocean StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1307-1313 7th
2 Bedroom Apartments

1307-1313 7th

1307-1313 7thSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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151 Marine Parade
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

151 Marine Parade

151 Marine ParadeSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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630 Carmel St
Studio Apartments

630 Carmel St

630 Carmel StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1013 Broadway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1013 Broadway

1013 BroadwaySanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Sorrento Oaks
Studio Apartments

Sorrento Oaks

800 Brommer StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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123 Pearl St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

123 Pearl St

123 Pearl StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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438 Market St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

438 Market St

438 Market StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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140 Doyle St
Studio Apartments

140 Doyle St

140 Doyle StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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940 Windsor St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

940 Windsor St

940 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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371 7th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

371 7th Ave

371 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Bienestar Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bienestar Plaza

1520 Capitola RdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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903 Sumner St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

903 Sumner St

903 Sumner StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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131 Alhambra Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

131 Alhambra Ave

131 Alhambra AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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618 Windsor St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

618 Windsor St

618 Windsor StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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Arana Gulch, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arana Gulch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arana Gulch area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cormorant Court Apartments priced from $3,395. Breakwater Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,440. Here are the most affordable Arana Gulch apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,395
Breakwater ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$3,440
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1BA$3,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arana Gulch, CA

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arana Gulch area is the $4.51 price per square foot C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments in the in the Arana Gulch neighborhood starting from $4,309. The second greatest value Arana Gulch apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,595 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arana Gulch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Breakwater ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$4.51
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.49
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.43

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.