Cheap Homes for Rent in East Park Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)

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East Park, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave priced from $2,700. Breakwater Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable East Park apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
150-152 C Leibrandt Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,995
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1BA$3,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA

As of July 15, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.80
150-152 C Leibrandt Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Park

What type of rentals are currently available in East Park?

There are currently 145 Apartments for Rent in East Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,450 to $4,990. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Park ranging from $1,700 to $5,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Park ranges from $1,700 to $5,695 with an average monthly rent of $3,245.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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