115 Trinity St
Santa CruzCA95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lighthouse Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)
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$1,995 - $2,395Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,475 - $2,795Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1804 Mission St
1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,567 - $6,295
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$2,560 - $6,288
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,599 - $3,8171 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chestnut Street
143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
316 Cliff St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,654 - $3,500
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$2,652 - $3,498
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,700 - $2,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,900
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$2,900
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337 Alta Ave, Unit JADU
337 Alta AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$3,180 - $6,512
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$3,173 - $6,505
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Anton Pacific
800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$3,200 - $3,3502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
150-152 Leibrandt Ave
150-152 Leibrandt AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$3,295 - $5,7951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oceanview
222 Columbia StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
307-309 Raymond St
307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seaside Studios
108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Ocean Street Apartments
813 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
316 Fair Ave
Santa CruzCA95060
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San Lorenzo Apartments
120 San Lorenzo BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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803 Laurel St
803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
620 Columbia St
Santa CruzCA95060
126 Walti St
Santa CruzCA95060
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Lighthouse, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lighthouse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Studio Apartments | $2,565 | $1,995 | $3,180 |
| Lighthouse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,255 | $1,950 | $5,545 |
| Lighthouse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,257 | $2,600 | $6,397 |
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Cheapest Available Lighthouse Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lighthouse area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific View Courts priced from $1,995. Chestnut Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. Here are the most affordable Lighthouse apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,956 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lighthouse, CA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lighthouse area is the $5.40 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A Model at Anton Pacific in the in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood starting from $5,431. The second greatest value Lighthouse apartment is the B6 Model at Oceanview starting at $5,495 with a $6.17 price per square foot in the Western neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lighthouse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A | 2BR,2BA | $5.40 |
| Oceanview | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $6.17 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.39 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.16 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lighthouse Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lighthouse?
The cheapest apartment in Lighthouse is Pacific View Courts which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in Lighthouse costs $3,817.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lighthouse?
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 6 regular apartments in Lighthouse that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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