Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $3,500 (3 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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711 Hanover St

Santa CruzCA95062

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, CA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk area is the $5.41 price per square foot 1 Bed/1 Bath-14B Model at Anton Pacific in the in the Downtown Santa Cruz neighborhood starting from $5,552. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartment is the C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $4,034 with a $4.22 price per square foot in the Arana Gulch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Anton Pacific1 Bed/1 Bath-14B1BR,1BA$5.41
Breakwater ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$4.22
OceanviewB22BR,2BA$4.92
1804 Mission StStandard Loft1BR,1.5BA$3.63
Cypress PointResidence 32BR,1BA$4.94
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.92
633 Trevethan Ave, Unit Alley633 Trevethan Ave1BR,1BA$3.84
Five55C11BR,1BA$5.95
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$6.01
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

There are currently 315 Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,860 to $7,500. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ranging from $3,500 to $9,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ranges from $3,500 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $7,039.

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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