Cheap Homes for Rent in Ocean Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,100 (3 Rentals)

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504 Cliff St

Santa CruzCA95060

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Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Street, CA

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Street area is the $5.71 price per square foot 1415 Seabright Ave Model at 1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Ocean Street apartment is the Residence 3 Model at Cypress Point starting at $3,618 with a $4.69 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Street apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B1415 Seabright Ave2BR,2BA$5.71
Cypress PointResidence 32BR,1BA$4.69
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-11A1BR,1BA$5.24
Clay Residences1BR-1.5BA Loft1BR,1.5BA$5.19
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.56
Five55B11BR,1BA$5.72
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$5.69
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.62
150-152 C Leibrandt Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.00
516 Center St516 Center StStudio ,1BA$5.70

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Street

What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean Street?

There are currently 223 Apartments for Rent in Ocean Street, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $8,000. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean Street ranging from $2,190 to $9,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ocean Street?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ocean Street ranges from $2,190 to $9,100 with an average monthly rent of $5,890.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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