
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Park Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (55 Rentals)
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Harbor Walk at Swan Lake

Modular Condo Project

324 Mountain View Ave

Seabright Triplex

132 Seaview Ave

2711 Soquel Ave

236 Sixth

1500 Merrill St

626 Windsor St
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317 Ocean St

50 5th Ave

611 Soquel Ave

145 Canfield Ave

530 14th Ave

344-350 Ocean St

313 Raymond St

117 Campbell St

1506 Broadway

212-214 Hanover St
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Shoreline Estates

222 Gault St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

2050 Jose Ave

137 Clay St

666 17th Ave

106 Campbell St

132 Campbell St

209 Kaye St

207 Riverside Ave
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1450 Merrill St

Claradon Court Apartments

444 May Ave

299 7th Ave

1510 Merrill St

Coronado Apartments

Seaside Studios

Breakwater Apartments

San Lorenzo Apartments

Cormorant Court Apartments
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East Cliff Village

Clay Residences

150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Harbor Place

Bayou Townhouses

Beach Hill Apartments

Elizabeth Oaks

Harbor Place

Redwood Commons

Lagoon Beach Apartments
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East Park, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Park Studio Apartments | $2,495 | $2,295 | $2,695 |
| East Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,695 | $2,895 |
| East Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $3,195 | $4,150 |
| East Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,431 | $3,495 | $4,950 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Breakers priced from $2,295. Breakwater Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,915. 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 Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,915 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,450 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA
As of August 19, 2026 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 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Model at Cormorant Court Apartments starting at $3,450 with a $4.50 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights 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 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| 1015 N Branciforte Ave, Unit # B | 1015 N Branciforte Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.60 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Park, Santa Cruz, CA
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Among cities in California 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
Branciforte Middle School
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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.
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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.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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
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