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East Park, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $2,450 | $3,527 |
| East Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,623 | $2,600 | $4,559 |
| East Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,899 | $4,495 | $5,254 |
| East Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,900 | $5,900 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Available East Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Park area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Breakers priced from $2,650. 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable East Park apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Park area is the $4.74 price per square foot TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value East Park apartment is the A1 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $4.80 price per square foot in the Arana Gulch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Park, Santa Cruz, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Park, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Park Apartment is $2,650 at The Breakers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Park is starting from $3,500 at 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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