Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Seabright Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)

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307-309 Raymond St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

307-309 Raymond St

307-309 Raymond StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seabright Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seabright Apartments

116 Seabright AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Coronado Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coronado Apartments

133 Morrissey BlvdSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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516 Center St
Studio Apartments

516 Center St

516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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317 Spruce St
2 Bedroom Apartments

317 Spruce St

317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

816 Riverside Ave

816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Clay Residences
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clay Residences

132 Clay StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Anton Pacific
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Pacific

800 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Seabright, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Seabright Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Seabright area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at The Palomar Inn priced from $1,860. St. George Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Seabright apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Palomar InnPalomar Inn -SROStudio,1BA$1,860
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
The BreakersThe BreakersStudio,1BA$2,295
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$2,750
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,850
201 River Street ApartmentsFeatured One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,975
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,200
River RowS2Studio,1BA$3,225
1010 Pacific ApartmentsAT11BR,1BA$3,274
Five55C11BR,1BA$3,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seabright, CA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seabright 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 Seabright apartment is the C1 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $4,495 with a $4.71 price per square foot in the Arana Gulch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seabright 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$4.71
150-152 Leibrandt Ave2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.92
Five55C11BR,1BA$5.95
1010 Pacific ApartmentsAT11BR,1BA$5.64
108 Sycamore St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.70
201 River Street ApartmentsFeatured One Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.48
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$6.11
River RowS7Studio ,1BA$7.52
The Palomar InnPalomar Inn -SROStudio ,1BA$6.76

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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 Cheap Seabright Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Seabright?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Seabright is at The Palomar Inn listed at $1,860.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Seabright Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Seabright Apartment is $2,650 at The Breakers.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Seabright Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Seabright is starting from $3,195 at The Breakers.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.