
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lighthouse Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lighthouse area of Santa Cruz.


Pacific View Courts

1804 Mission St

Cypress Point
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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 | $2,486 | $1,875 | $2,995 |
| Lighthouse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,215 | $2,500 | $3,995 |
| Lighthouse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,571 | $2,850 | $6,122 |
| Lighthouse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lighthouse Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 Seaside Studios priced from $2,035. Pacific View Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Lighthouse apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaside Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,035 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lighthouse, CA
As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lighthouse area is the $4.94 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath-2A Model at Anton Pacific in the in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood starting from $6,122. The second greatest value Lighthouse apartment is the 514 Washington St Model at 514 Washington St, Unit A starting at $3,300 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Escolona 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Pacific | 2 Bed/2 Bath-2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.94 |
| 514 Washington St, Unit A | 514 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 1804 Mission St | Larger Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.72 |
| Oceanview | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $5.14 |
| Chestnut Street | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| 150-152 Leibrandt Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.15 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.74 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.68 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.64 |
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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 $3,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lighthouse?
The cheapest apartment in Lighthouse is Cypress Point which is listed at $2,699, while the average apartment in Lighthouse costs $4,799.
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 9 regular apartments in Lighthouse that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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