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

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Coronado Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coronado Apartments

133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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East Cliff Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Cliff Village

1635 Tremont DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
Senior Living
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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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Harbor Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Place

241 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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Elizabeth Oaks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Oaks

1460 Jose AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
Senior Living
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2600 17th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2600 17th Ave

2600 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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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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Harbor Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Place

225 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Bayou Townhouses
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayou Townhouses

1385 7th 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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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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Kinsley Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kinsley Apartments

1855-1901 Kinsley 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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Adobe Hacienda
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adobe Hacienda

318 Gault StSanta 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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Redwood Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Commons

1606 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Lagoon Beach Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lagoon Beach Apartments

540 13th 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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2050 Jose Ave
Studio Apartments

2050 Jose Ave

2050 Jose AveSanta 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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209 Kaye St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

209 Kaye St

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

666 17th Ave

666 17th AveSanta 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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1450 Merrill St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1450 Merrill St

1450 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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 1 Bed unit found at Breakwater Apartments priced from $2,936. Cormorant Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,395. Here are the most affordable Arana Gulch apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,936
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,395
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1BA$3,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arana Gulch, CA

As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arana Gulch area is the $4.81 price per square foot C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments in the in the Arana Gulch neighborhood starting from $4,595. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Breakwater ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$4.81
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.43
114 Park Ave114 Park Ave2BR,1BA$4.53

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arana Gulch, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #20

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arana Gulch Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arana Gulch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arana Gulch Apartment is $2,936 at Breakwater Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arana Gulch Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arana Gulch is starting from $3,395 at Cormorant Court Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.