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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
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81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Studio Apartments | $2,875 | $1,750 | $4,020 |
| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,489 | $2,500 | $5,095 |
| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,885 | $3,595 | $6,100 |
| Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,926 | $4,495 | $5,263 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mission Street Cottages priced from $1,602. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Street Cottages | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, CA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk area is the $4.18 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Chestnut Street in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,347. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartment is the 152 C Model at 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath starting at $4,750 with a $5.28 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.18 |
| 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath | 152 C | 3BR,2BA | $5.28 |
| Breakwater Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| The Hilltop | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $5.58 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $4.90 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-2C | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| Mission Street Cottages | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Santa Cruz, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA
Gault Elementary
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
4 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, and the greater Santa Cruz area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is at Mission Street Cottages listed at $1,872.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment is $1,602 at Mission Street Cottages.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is starting from $3,595 at Breakwater Apartments.
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