
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,200 (29 Rentals)
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Oceanview

Pacific Shores

1804 Mission St

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The Hilltop

Chestnut Street

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Cypress Point
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Westmont Townhomes

2030 N Pacific Ave

1507 Mission St

104 Surfside Ave

890 W Cliff Dr

133 Walti St

The lincoln court
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404 High St

526-528 California Ave

620 Laurel St

Jane Apartments

502 Maple St

505 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

121 Rincon St
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327-331 Washington St

335 Felix St

516 Center St

803 Laurel St

Arbor Cove Senior Common

339 Walnut Ave

121 Sylvar St
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Garfield Park Village
West King Street, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West King Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West King Street Studio Apartments | $2,907 | $2,638 | $3,200 |
| West King Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,456 | $2,795 | $4,278 |
| West King Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,601 | $3,806 | $6,055 |
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Cheapest Available West King Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West King Street area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1804 Mission St priced from $2,995. Cypress Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,006. Here are the most affordable West King Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,006 |
| The Hilltop | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3,545 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4,175 |
| Oceanview | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West King Street, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the West King Street area is the $4.64 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Westmont Townhomes in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,175. The second greatest value West King Street apartment is the B2 Model at Oceanview starting at $4,345 with a $5.05 price per square foot in the Western neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West King Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.64 |
| Oceanview | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.05 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| The Hilltop | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $5.43 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $4.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest King Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Ranked #14
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West King Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Bay View Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West King Street Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West King Street?
The cheapest apartment in West King Street is 1804 Mission St which is listed at $2,995, while the average apartment in West King Street costs $4,445.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West King Street?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in West King Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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