
Apartments for Rent in the Beach Flats Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA (223 Rentals)


St. George Apartments

NANDA ON PACIFIC

Five55

Oceanview

1010 Pacific Apartments

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Cypress Point

Pacific Station South

Lincoln Apartments

201 River Street Apartments
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Chestnut Street

306 Cliff St

235 Union St

219 Roberts St

320 Myrtle St, Unit A

528 California Ave, Unit 2

912 Soquel Ave

101 Green St

79 S Branciforte Ave

103 Jacobs Ln
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318 Laurel St

210 Locust St

116 Maple St

514 Broadway

1546 Broadway

135 May Ave

116 Sycamore St

156 Everson Dr

203 Seaview Ave

204 Roosevelt Terrace
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320 Soquel Ave

308 Cypress Ave

180 Dakota Ave

508 Caledonia St

622 Pine

2030 N Pacific Ave

The Breakers In Santa Cruz

Sandcastle Inn Apartments

316-318 Cliff St

125 Trinity St
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317 Cliff St

208 1st Street

317 Leibrandt Ave

16 Keys

La Bahia Apartments

Beach Hill Court

Blue Bell Apartments

207 Riverside Ave

409 2nd St

217 Riverside Ave
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Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beach Flats?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Flats Studio Apartments | $3,103 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Beach Flats 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,419 | $1,695 | $4,295 |
| Beach Flats 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,941 | $3,050 | $7,613 |
| Beach Flats 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,431 | $3,495 | $4,950 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Beach Flats?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,678 | $3,300 | $4,090 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,700 | $4,200 | $5,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBeach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #9
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Beach Flats
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Beach Flats area of Santa Cruz, CA?
As of today, August 19, 2026, there are currently 223 available Beach Flats apartments priced from $1,695 to $7,613, with an average monthly rent of $3,751.
How much are Studio apartments in Beach Flats?
There are currently 86 Studio Apartments in Beach Flats with rent ranges from $2,200 to $3,475 with an average price of $3,103.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Beach Flats Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Beach Flats ranges from $1,695 to $4,295 with an average monthly rent of $3,419.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Beach Flats cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Beach Flats range from $3,050 to $7,613. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,941.
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