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222 Columbia StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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150-152 Leibrandt AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Chestnut Street
143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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201 Barson St
201 Barson StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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890 W Cliff Dr
890 W Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1507 Mission St
1507 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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205 Maple St
205 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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104 Surfside Ave
104 Surfside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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200 W Cliff Dr
200 W Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Golden Gate Villa
924 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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133 Walti St
133 Walti StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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711 3rd St
711 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220-224 Laurel St
220-224 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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620 Laurel St
620 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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313 Raymond St
313 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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526-528 California Ave
526-528 California AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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145 Canfield Ave
145 Canfield AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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207 Riverside Ave
207 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1019 3rd St
1019 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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220 Center St
220 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Claradon Court Apartments
515 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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209 Kaye St
209 Kaye StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Jane Apartments
234 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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75 Front St
75 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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114 Viaduct Ct
114 Viaduct CtSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Breakers In Santa Cruz
303-307 Beach StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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335 Felix St
335 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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327-331 Washington St
327-331 Washington StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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502 Maple St
502 Maple StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seaside Studios
108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta 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
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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San Lorenzo Apartments
120 San Lorenzo BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
304 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Anton Pacific
800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Beach Hill Apartments
703 3rd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Surfside Apartments
311 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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South Pacific Apartments
401 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Anchor Apartments
321 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Sycamore Street Commons Apartments
125 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Arbor Cove Senior Common
80-84 Blackburn StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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203 Laurel St
203 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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La Playa Apartments
204 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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307-309 Raymond St
307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Garfield Park Village
721 Bay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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 | $2,820 | $2,358 | $2,932 |
| Lighthouse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,795 | $4,095 |
| Lighthouse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $3,200 | $6,957 |
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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 Cypress Point priced from $2,682. 1804 Mission St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable Lighthouse apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,682 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio,1BA | $3,293 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,795 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 2D Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $4,169 |
| Oceanview | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $5,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lighthouse, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lighthouse area is the $4.34 price per square foot Plan 2B Townhome Model at Chestnut Street in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,509. The second greatest value Lighthouse apartment is the B4 Model at Oceanview starting at $5,295 with a $5.57 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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| Chestnut Street | Plan 2B Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.34 |
| Oceanview | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $5.57 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.95 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.76 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.10 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $7.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lighthouse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lighthouse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lighthouse is under $5,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lighthouse?
The cheapest apartment in Lighthouse is 1804 Mission St which is listed at $2,995, while the average apartment in Lighthouse costs $4,169.
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 3 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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