
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beach Hill Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Beach Hill area of Santa Cruz.


Pacific View Courts

Seaside Studios

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

108 Sycamore St
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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 | $2,388 | $1,875 | $2,995 |
| Beach Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,373 | $2,575 | $3,860 |
| Beach Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $2,850 | $3,350 |
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There are currently 25 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 Studio unit found at Seaside Studios priced from $2,035. Pacific View Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Beach Hill apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,035 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,965 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Hill, CA
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beach Hill area is the $5.15 price per square foot 2-Bedroom Model at 150-152 Leibrandt Ave in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Beach Hill apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at 108 Sycamore St starting at $2,850 with a $5.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.74 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
| Seaside Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Beach Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Beach Hill is at Seaside Studios listed at $2,035.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Hill Apartment is $3,815 at Five55.
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