235 Union St
Santa CruzCA95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UCSC Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,850 (29 Rentals)
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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Lincoln Apartments
316-324 Lincoln StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
219 Roberts St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,479 - $2,9951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
201 River Street Apartments
201 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
116 Maple St
Santa CruzCA95060
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306 Cliff St
306 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,606 - $4,251
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,829 - $4,349Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1010 Pacific
1010 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,837 - $4,1391 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chestnut Street
143 Chestnut StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
101 Green St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,915 - $5,950Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
NANDA ON PACIFIC
1547 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,995 - $7,500Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
River Row
414 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,995 - $3,1951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1804 Mission St
1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$3,000 - $3,895Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
318 Laurel St
Santa CruzCA95060
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240 River Street
232-240 River StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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The Palomar Inn
1344 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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516 Center St
516 Center StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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2 Bedroom Apartments
803 Laurel St
803 Laurel StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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116 Sycamore St
Santa CruzCA95060
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317 Spruce St
317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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108 Sycamore St
108 Sycamore StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
156 Everson Dr
Santa CruzCA95060
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Copa Cabanas
1112 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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816 Riverside Ave
816 Riverside AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
320 - 328 California Street
320 California StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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250 River St
Santa CruzCA95060
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UCSC, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UCSC?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| UCSC Studio Apartments | $3,081 | $2,200 | $3,475 |
| UCSC 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,400 | $4,278 |
| UCSC 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $3,050 | $7,500 |
| UCSC 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,850 | $5,850 |
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Cheapest Available UCSC Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the UCSC area of Santa Cruz, CA is a Studio unit found at St. George Apartments priced from $2,200. Lincoln Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable UCSC apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,606 |
| 1010 Pacific | H1 - 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $2,829 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,837 |
| Copa Cabanas | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,915 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| River Row | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| Five55 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UCSC, CA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the UCSC area is the $4.75 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Westmont Townhomes in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,275. The second greatest value UCSC apartment is the Standard Loft Model at 1804 Mission St starting at $3,150 with a $3.82 price per square foot in the Escolona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UCSC apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Westmont Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.82 |
| 320 - 328 California Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Copa Cabanas | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| The Sands | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Anton Pacific | Studio-1E | Studio ,1BA | $5.74 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| 201 River Street Apartments | Featured One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.48 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Ucsc, Santa Cruz, CA
Bay View Elementary School
Santa Cruz City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (394)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UCSC Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UCSC?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UCSC is at St. George Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UCSC Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UCSC Apartment is $2,400 at Lincoln Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UCSC Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UCSC is starting from $3,000 at 320 - 328 California Street.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
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