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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lighthouse Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Lighthouse, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
Santa Cruz Lighthouses and the Setting Sun by Anita Ritenour is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lighthouse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Studio Apartments | $2,953 | $1,750 | $4,020 |
| Lighthouse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $2,650 | $5,095 |
| Lighthouse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,929 | $3,735 | $6,100 |
| Lighthouse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,850 | $4,950 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Mission Street Cottages priced from $1,602. 108 Sycamore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Lighthouse apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Street Cottages | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lighthouse, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lighthouse area is the $3.68 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Pacific Shores in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $3,735. The second greatest value Lighthouse apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A Model at Anton Pacific starting at $5,530 with a $5.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Shores | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-11A | 2BR,2BA | $5.50 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.56 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| Mission Street Cottages | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
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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 $3,735.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lighthouse?
The cheapest apartment in Lighthouse is Mission Street Cottages which is listed at $1,602, while the average apartment in Lighthouse costs $4,900.
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 1 regular apartments in Lighthouse 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.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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