Cheap Apartments for Rent in the King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,800 (15 Rentals)

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708 Riverside Ave

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240 River Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

240 River Street

232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
Studio Apartments

516 Center St

516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
2 Bedroom Apartments

803 Laurel St

803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Chestnut Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Street

143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060

King Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available King Street Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the King Street 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 $2,560. Here are the most affordable King Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Cypress PointResidence 1Studio,1BA$2,560
108 Sycamore St1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,650
201 River Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,700
1804 Mission StLarger Loft1BR,1BA$3,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in King Street, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the King Street area is the $4.05 price per square foot 41 Grandview Street Model at 41 Grandview Street, Unit #704 in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,450. The second greatest value King Street apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Westmont Townhomes starting at $4,175 with a $4.64 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for King Street apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
41 Grandview Street, Unit #70441 Grandview Street2BR,2.5BA$4.05
Westmont Townhomes2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.64
Chestnut Street2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.17
1804 Mission StLarger Loft1BR,1.5BA$3.72
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence B12BR,2BA$5.08
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-2C1BR,1BA$4.96
Five55C11BR,1BA$5.32
201 River Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.79
108 Sycamore St2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$6.00
Cypress PointResidence 1Studio ,1BA$5.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
King Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap King Street Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in King Street?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in King Street is under $4,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in King Street?

The cheapest apartment in King Street is 108 Sycamore St which is listed at $2,650, while the average apartment in King Street costs $8,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in King Street?

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 22 regular apartments in King Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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