
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $2,200 (14 Rentals)
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Lincoln Apartments

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Cypress Point

Chestnut Street

101 Green St

NANDA ON PACIFIC

1804 Mission St
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156 Everson Dr

Copa Cabanas

320 - 328 California Street
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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 | $3,014 | $2,606 | $3,200 |
| West King Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,400 | $4,295 |
| West King Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,698 | $3,050 | $7,834 |
| West King Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,850 | $5,850 | $5,850 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West King Street Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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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 Lincoln Apartments priced from $2,400. Cypress Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,606. Here are the most affordable West King Street apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,606 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,837 |
| Copa Cabanas | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West King Street, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West King Street area is the $5.57 price per square foot B4 Model at Oceanview in the in the Western neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value West King Street apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Westmont Townhomes starting at $4,275 with a $4.75 price per square foot in the Escolona 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanview | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $5.57 |
| 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 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.92 |
| NANDA ON PACIFIC | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West King Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West King Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West King Street is at Cypress Point listed at $2,606.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West King Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West King Street Apartment is $2,400 at Lincoln Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West King Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West King Street is starting from $3,000 at 320 - 328 California Street.
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