
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Park Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (93 Rentals)
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150-152 Leibrandt Ave

Harbor Walk at Swan Lake

Modular Condo Project

622 Pine

Seabright Triplex

324 Mountain View Ave

236 Sixth

1500 Merrill St

626 Windsor St
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132 Seaview Ave

2711 Soquel Ave

317 Ocean St

50 5th Ave

1506 Broadway

611 Soquel Ave

145 Canfield Ave

530 14th Ave

344-350 Ocean St

313 Raymond St
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117 Campbell St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

2050 Jose Ave

137 Clay St

666 17th Ave

207 Riverside Ave

1510 Merrill St

106 Campbell St

132 Campbell St

209 Kaye St
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299 7th Ave

222 Gault St

212-214 Hanover St

Shoreline Estates

444 May Ave

1450 Merrill St

Claradon Court Apartments

127 Ocean St

1307-1313 7th

160 Park Pl
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Nueva Vista Apartments

32 Campbell St

615 Seabright Ave

2735 Soquel Ave

1901 Portola Dr

147 Market St

Del Monte Court

317 Raymond St

1013 Broadway

21520 E Cliff Dr
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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 | $2,772 | $2,650 | $2,895 |
| East Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $2,900 | $3,695 |
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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. 150-152 Leibrandt Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,200. 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 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1BA | $3,795 |
| Breakwater Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4,493 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Park area is the $4.70 price per square foot C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments in the in the Arana Gulch neighborhood starting from $4,493. The second greatest value East Park apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $4.74 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakwater Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $4.70 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Park, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #19
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Park Apartments
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 $3,195 at The Breakers.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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