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81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
207 Storey St
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108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beach Flats?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Flats Studio Apartments | $2,773 | $1,750 | $4,020 |
| Beach Flats 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,469 | $2,700 | $5,095 |
| Beach Flats 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,899 | $2,600 | $6,100 |
| Beach Flats 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
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Cheapest Available Beach Flats Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beach Flats area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Copa Cabanas priced from $1,602. Pacific View Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Beach Flats apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Cabanas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Flats, CA
As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Beach Flats area is the $5.81 price per square foot B2 Model at Oceanview in the in the Western neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Beach Flats apartment is the Residence B1 Model at 1010 Pacific Apartments starting at $4,119 with a $4.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beach Flats apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanview | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.81 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.92 |
| Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.93 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.91 |
| Copa Cabanas | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBeach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Beach Flats, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Beach Flats Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Flats Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Beach Flats?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Beach Flats is at Pacific View Courts listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Flats Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Flats Apartment is $1,602 at Copa Cabanas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Beach Flats Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Beach Flats is starting from $3,000 at 108 Sycamore St.
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