
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Prospect Heights Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,800 (22 Rentals)
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Seabright Triplex

324 Mountain View Ave

Sunshine Village Apartments

626 Windsor St

2600 17th Ave

2711 Soquel Ave
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1506 Broadway

Kinsley Apartments

222 Gault St

353 Pennsylvania Ave

212-214 Hanover St

2050 Jose Ave
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2190 Chanticleer Ave

Coronado Apartments

Cormorant Court Apartments

Bayou Townhouses

Elizabeth Oaks

Redwood Commons

Gault Street Apartments
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Prospect Heights, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prospect Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect Heights Studio Apartments | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| Prospect Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $2,495 | $2,800 |
| Prospect Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,625 | $3,450 | $4,150 |
| Prospect Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,172 | $3,495 | $4,850 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Prospect Heights Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Prospect Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prospect Heights area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Thurber Apartments priced from $3,400. Cormorant Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,450. Here are the most affordable Prospect Heights apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $3,400 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,450 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1BA | $3,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Heights, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prospect Heights area is the $3.47 price per square foot Thurber Apartments Model at Thurber Apartments in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Prospect Heights apartment is the TH15 Model at Capitola Townhomes starting at $3,795 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prospect Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurber Apartments | Thurber Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.47 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| 633 Trevethan Ave, Unit Alley | 633 Trevethan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| 135 Camino del Sol, Unit 135A | 135 Camino del Sol | Studio ,1BA | $5.78 |
| 1015 N Branciforte Ave, Unit # B | 1015 N Branciforte Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.60 |
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Best Local Schools in Prospect Heights, Santa Cruz, CA
Green Acres Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prospect Heights Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prospect Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prospect Heights is starting from $3,400 at Thurber Apartments.
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