
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Beach Hill area of Santa Cruz.


711 3rd St

Golden Gate Villa

313 Raymond St

Claradon Court Apartments

209 Kaye St

207 Riverside Ave

114 Viaduct Ct

75 Front St
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The Breakers In Santa Cruz

1019 3rd St

160 Park Pl

Nueva Vista Apartments

Sandcastle Inn Apartments

317 Raymond St

Blue Bell Apartments

1004 3rd St

417 Cliff St
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La Bahia Apartments

Carol's

16 Keys

317 Cliff St

208 1st Street

Seaside Studios

Pacific View Courts

317 Spruce St

108 Sycamore St
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The Sands

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Beach Hill Apartments

203 Laurel St

Surfside Apartments

Sycamore Street Commons Apartments

South Pacific Apartments

Anchor Apartments

La Playa Apartments
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307-309 Raymond St

221 Raymond St

The Shoreline Apartments
Beach Hill, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beach Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Hill Studio Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Beach Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,614 | $2,590 | $3,895 |
| Beach Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Beach Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beach Hill area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 306 Cliff St priced from $3,250. Five55 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,550. Here are the most affordable Beach Hill apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Five55 | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,550 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Hill, CA
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beach Hill area is the $6.11 price per square foot 2 bed 1 bath Model at The Sands in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $3,720. The second greatest value Beach Hill apartment is the C2 Model at Five55 starting at $3,770 with a $6.24 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beach Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $6.11 |
| Five55 | C2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.24 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $7.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Hill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Beach Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Beach Hill is Five55 which is listed at $3,550, while the average apartment in Beach Hill costs $3,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Beach Hill?
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 3 regular apartments in Beach Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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