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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,850 (11 Rentals)
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210 Locust St
Santa CruzCA95060
116 Maple St
Santa CruzCA95060
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Lincoln Apartments
316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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201 River Street Apartments
201 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,829 - $4,349Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1010 Pacific
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
101 Green St
Santa CruzCA95060
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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
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122 Rincon Street
122 Rincon StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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 | $3,227 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $2,200 | $4,278 |
| Downtown Santa Cruz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,529 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Cruz area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. 1010 Pacific has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,829. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Cruz apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| 1010 Pacific | H1 - 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,829 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| River Row | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Cruz area is the $4.44 price per square foot 324 Lincoln Street Model at Lincoln Apartments in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Cruz apartment is the Studio-2A Model at Anton Pacific starting at $3,244 with a $6.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Cruz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Street | 2BR,2BA | $4.44 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-2A | Studio ,1BA | $6.29 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
| River Row | S6 | Studio ,1BA | $7.88 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.60 |
| 1010 Pacific | H1 - 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $7.35 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Cruz Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment is $2,922 at 1010 Pacific.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Santa Cruz Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz is starting from $3,286 at 1010 Pacific.
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