
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Seabright Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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St. George Apartments

The Breakers

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Hidden Creek Apartments

218 Alhambra Ave

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116 Sycamore St

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Breakwater Apartments

2030 N Pacific Ave

The Sands

816 Riverside Ave

Clay Residences

755 14th Ave
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Seabright, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seabright?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabright Studio Apartments | $3,141 | $1,860 | $3,475 |
| Seabright 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $2,479 | $4,278 |
| Seabright 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,063 | $2,900 | $7,500 |
| Seabright 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,495 | $3,495 | $3,495 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Seabright Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palomar Inn | Palomar Inn -SRO | Studio,1BA | $1,860 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Breakers | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,899 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| River Row | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | AT1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,058 |
| 306 Cliff St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seabright, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seabright area is the $5.71 price per square foot 1415 Seabright Ave Model at 1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Seabright 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 Seabright apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B | 1415 Seabright Ave | 2BR,2BA | $5.71 |
| Capitola Townhomes | TH15 | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
| Cormorant Court Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $6.11 |
| Breakwater Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.76 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.82 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.70 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $5.78 |
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Best Local Schools in Seabright, Santa Cruz, CA
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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 $2,599 at Hidden Creek Apartments.
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 $2,899 at The Sands.
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