
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carbonera Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,800 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carbonera area of Santa Cruz.


The Palomar Inn

235 Union St

St. George Apartments

The Breakers

Lincoln Apartments
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201 River Street Apartments

Hidden Creek Apartments

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135 Camino del Sol, Unit 135A

1010 Pacific Apartments

2308 17th Ave

NANDA ON PACIFIC
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Coronado Apartments

240 River Street

516 Center St

Clay Residences

816 Riverside Ave

101 La Pluma Ct
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2030 N Pacific Ave
Carbonera, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carbonera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbonera Studio Apartments | $3,216 | $1,860 | $3,505 |
| Carbonera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,516 | $2,400 | $4,278 |
| Carbonera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,887 | $2,665 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 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 The Palomar Inn priced from $1,860. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Carbonera apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palomar Inn | Palomar Inn -SRO | Studio,1BA | $1,860 |
| 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 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carbonera, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carbonera area is the $3.52 price per square foot Thurber Apartments Model at Thurber Apartments in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Carbonera apartment is the AT1 Model at 1010 Pacific Apartments starting at $3,413 with a $5.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.52 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | AT1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.88 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $6.11 |
| River Row | S7 | Studio ,1BA | $7.52 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
| The Palomar Inn | Palomar Inn -SRO | Studio ,1BA | $6.76 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarbonera, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Carbonera, Santa Cruz, CA
De Laveaga Elementary
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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 The Palomar Inn listed at $1,860.
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.
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