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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carbonera Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,600 (29 Rentals)
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514 Broadway
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235 Union St
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210 Locust St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,200Studio Apartments Available Now
St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,295 - $3,695Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Breakers
630 Water StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lincoln Apartments
316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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219 Roberts St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,479 - $2,9951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
201 River Street Apartments
201 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,495
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633 Trevethan Ave, Unit Alley
633 Trevethan AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065
116 Maple St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,750 - $3,8451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,800
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$2,800
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1015 N Branciforte Ave, Unit # B
1015 N Branciforte AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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$2,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
155 Felker St, Unit 20
155 Felker StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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101 Green St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,900
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135 Camino del Sol, Unit 135A
135 Camino del SolSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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$2,915 - $5,950Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
NANDA ON PACIFIC
1547 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,995 - $7,500Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
River Row
414 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$3,171 - $4,8021 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
1010 Pacific Apartments
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Coronado Apartments
133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
240 River Street
232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Palomar Inn
1344 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
206 Vista Prieta Ct
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320 Soquel Ave
Santa CruzCA95062
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Copa Cabanas
1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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250 River St
Santa CruzCA95060
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Carbonera, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carbonera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Carbonera Studio Apartments | $3,150 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Carbonera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $1,695 | $4,278 |
| Carbonera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,054 | $2,999 | $7,500 |
| Carbonera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,536 | $3,495 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carbonera Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carbonera Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carbonera area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. The Breakers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Carbonera apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Copa Cabanas | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,915 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| River Row | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbonera, CA
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carbonera area is the $3.47 price per square foot Thurber Apartments Model at Thurber Apartments in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Carbonera apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carbonera apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.47 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| 633 Trevethan Ave, Unit Alley | 633 Trevethan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Copa Cabanas | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| 135 Camino del Sol, Unit 135A | 135 Camino del Sol | Studio ,1BA | $5.78 |
| 1015 N Branciforte Ave, Unit # B | 1015 N Branciforte Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.60 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Carbonera, Santa Cruz, CA
Branciforte Middle School
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (409)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carbonera Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carbonera?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carbonera is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbonera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carbonera Apartment is $2,400 at Lincoln Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carbonera Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carbonera is starting from $2,999 at Hidden Creek Apartments.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.