
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.


150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Seaside Studios

108 Sycamore St

711 3rd St

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313 Raymond St

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207 Riverside Ave

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317 Spruce St

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307-309 Raymond St
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 | $2,316 | $2,010 | $2,889 |
| Beach Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $2,700 | $3,795 |
| Beach Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 $1,925. 108 Sycamore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,850. 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 | $1,925 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beach Hill, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beach Hill area is the $4.92 price per square foot 2-Bedroom Model at 150-152 Leibrandt Ave in the in the Ocean Street neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Beach Hill apartment is the C1 Model at Five55 starting at $3,795 with a $5.95 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 | $4.92 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.95 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| Seaside Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beach Hill Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beach Hill Apartment is $2,850 at 108 Sycamore St.
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