
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arana Gulch Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,600 (39 Rentals)
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Modular Condo Project

324 Mountain View Ave

Seabright Triplex

832-834 Paget Ave

132 Seaview Ave

2600 17th Ave

236 Sixth

2711 LLC
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835 Corcoran Ave

1500 Merrill St

626 Windsor St

530 14th Ave

Kinsley Apartments

2045 Alice St

1506 Broadway

299 7th Ave

209 Kaye St
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2050 Jose Ave

222 Gault St

1510 Merrill St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

Shoreline Estates

212-214 Hanover St

666 17th Ave

1450 Merrill St

Coronado Apartments
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Cormorant Court Apartments

Breakwater Apartments

East Cliff Village

Elizabeth Oaks

Harbor Place

Bayou Townhouses

Harbor Place

Corcoran Gardens Apartments

Gault Street Apartments
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Adobe Hacienda

Redwood Commons

Lagoon Beach Apartments
Arana Gulch, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arana Gulch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arana Gulch Studio Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
| Arana Gulch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,400 | $2,700 |
| Arana Gulch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
| Arana Gulch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,175 | $4,850 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Arana Gulch Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 $3,495. Here are the most affordable Arana Gulch apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,395 |
| Breakwater Apartments | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arana Gulch, CA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arana Gulch area is the $4.34 price per square foot 3x2A Model at Breakwater Apartments in the in the Arana Gulch neighborhood starting from $4,144. The second greatest value Arana Gulch apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $4.74 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakwater Apartments | 3x2A | 3BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.43 |
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Best Local Schools in Arana Gulch, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Branciforte Middle School
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