
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,500 (10 Rentals)


1010 Pacific Apartments

NANDA ON PACIFIC

2030 N Pacific Ave

205 Maple St
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620 Laurel St

234 High St

502 Maple St

339 Walnut Ave

121 Sylvar St
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Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Cruz Studio Apartments | $2,574 | $2,169 | $3,200 |
Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,419 | $2,500 | $4,874 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,210 | $4,290 | $6,122 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Santa Cruz is under $4,549.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is 201 River Street Apartments which is listed at $2,479, while the average apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz costs $5,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Santa Cruz?
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 11 regular apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!