Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Seabright Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,300 (28 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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Seaside Studios
Studio Apartments

Seaside Studios

108 2nd StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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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108 Sycamore St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

108 Sycamore St

108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Sands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sands

304 Cliff 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
property at 755 14th Ave

$3,100 - $3,900

2 Bedroom Rentals

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755 14th Ave

Santa CruzCA95062

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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$2,599
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,845
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,899
201 River Street ApartmentsFeatured One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,975
River RowS6Studio,1BA$2,995
1010 Pacific ApartmentsAT11BR,1BA$3,058
306 Cliff St2/12BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1415 Seabright Ave, Unit B1415 Seabright Ave2BR,2BA$5.71
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
Cormorant Court Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.63
Five55C11BR,1BA$6.11
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.56
The Sands2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$4.76
Anton PacificStudio-1EStudio ,1BA$5.82
1010 Pacific ApartmentsResidence A11BR,1BA$5.70
201 River Street ApartmentsFeatured One Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.48
Hidden Creek Apartments1 Bed Loft1BR,1BA$5.78

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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 $2,599 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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