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201 River Street Apartments
201 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bananna Belt Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,800 (6 Rentals)
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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,295 - $3,695Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Coronado Apartments
133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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240 River Street
232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Bananna Belt, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bananna Belt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bananna Belt Studio Apartments | $2,715 | $2,169 | $3,450 |
| Bananna Belt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $2,650 | $4,278 |
| Bananna Belt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,446 | $2,725 | $7,400 |
| Bananna Belt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,147 | $2,995 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Bananna Belt Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bananna Belt area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at 201 River Street Apartments priced from $2,169. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Bananna Belt apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 River Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bananna Belt, CA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bananna Belt area is the $3.58 price per square foot 2BR-2BA Town House Model at Clay Residences in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $4,578. The second greatest value Bananna Belt apartment is the 514 Washington St Model at 514 Washington St, Unit A starting at $3,300 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bananna Belt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Residences | 2BR-2BA Town House | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| 514 Washington St, Unit A | 514 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 538 Ocean View Ave | 538 Ocean View Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 714 Pine St, Unit #3 | 714 Pine St | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.10 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.85 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.60 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bananna Belt Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bananna Belt?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bananna Belt is under $4,578.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bananna Belt?
The cheapest apartment in Bananna Belt is 201 River Street Apartments which is listed at $2,479, while the average apartment in Bananna Belt costs $4,469.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bananna Belt?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Bananna Belt that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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