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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

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 Copa Cabanas priced from $1,602. Pacific View Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Copa CabanasA11BR,1BA$1,602
Pacific View CourtsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200

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

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk area is the $5.28 price per square foot 152 C Model at 152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk apartment is the B1 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $4.18 price per square foot in the Bananna Belt 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.
152 C Leibrandt Ave 3 Bed/2 Bath152 C3BR,2BA$5.28
Breakwater ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$4.18
The HilltopB22BR,1BA$5.58
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
Cypress PointResidence 32BR,1BA$4.90
NANDA ON PACIFIC1 Bed 1 Bath D1BR,1BA$5.16
OceanviewA11BR,1BA$5.07
Chestnut Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.32
Copa CabanasA11BR,1BA$2.56
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.24

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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 $1,750 to $8,000. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ranging from $2,495 to $9,100.

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 $2,495 to $9,100 with an average monthly rent of $5,682.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.