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Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Ocean Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,871 | $3,295 | $4,200 |
| Ocean Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,533 | $4,500 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ocean Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Street Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Street area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Copa Cabanas priced from $1,602. 516 Center St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Ocean Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Cabanas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| 108 Sycamore St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Street, CA
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Street area is the $4.63 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Chestnut Street in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,167. The second greatest value Ocean Street apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath-2C Model at Anton Pacific starting at $3,686 with a $5.34 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-2C | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Five55 | D | 1BR,1BA | $6.85 |
| 108 Sycamore St | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| 150-152 C Leibrandt Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.91 |
| Copa Cabanas | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
| 516 Center St | 516 Center St | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $7.68 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean Street?
There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in Ocean Street, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,875 to $8,000. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean Street ranging from $1,700 to $7,000.
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 $1,700 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,428.
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