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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Park Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (8 Rentals)
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1010 Pacific Apartments
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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 Studio Apartments | $3,011 | $2,200 | $4,020 |
| East Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,514 | $2,650 | $5,095 |
| East Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,057 | $3,781 | $6,043 |
| East Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,950 | $4,950 | $4,950 |
| East Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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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 St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. Cypress Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,447. Here are the most affordable East Park apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,447 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Park area is the $3.65 price per square foot 121 Marnell Ave Model at 121 Marnell Ave, Unit # A in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $5,400. The second greatest value East Park apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A Model at Anton Pacific starting at $5,530 with a $5.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Marnell Ave, Unit # A | 121 Marnell Ave | 4BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A | 2BR,2BA | $5.50 |
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Park, Santa Cruz, CA
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4.0Pet 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
What is a cheap apartment in East Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Park is under $3,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Park?
The cheapest apartment in East Park is Cypress Point which is listed at $2,741, while the average apartment in East Park costs $5,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Park?
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 4 regular apartments in East Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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