218 Highland Ct
Santa CruzCA95060
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224 Wilkes Cir
Santa CruzCA95060
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Pacific View Courts
81 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Five55
555 Pacific AveSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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1804 Mission St
1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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Cypress Point
101 Felix StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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6745 Hwy 9
FeltonCA95018
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244 Madrone Dr
FeltonCA95018
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Western, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Studio Apartments | $2,802 | $1,400 | $4,020 |
| Western 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $2,400 | $5,095 |
| Western 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,828 | $3,185 | $6,100 |
| Western 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,666 | $5,500 | $8,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Western Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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Cheapest Available Western Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western area of Santa Cruz, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Copa Cabanas priced from $1,602. Pacific View Courts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Western apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Cabanas | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,602 |
| Pacific View Courts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Breakers | The Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Western area is the $4.18 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Chestnut Street in the in the Escolona neighborhood starting from $4,347. The second greatest value Western apartment is the D Model at Baytree Apartments starting at $2,985 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Western neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.18 |
| Baytree Apartments | D | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 1010 Pacific Apartments | Residence B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.50 |
| The Hilltop | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $5.58 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $4.90 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-2C | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Oceanview | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| Five55 | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.98 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
| Copa Cabanas | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern, Santa Cruz, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Western, Santa Cruz, CA
Westlake Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (472)
7 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Western, Santa Cruz, and the greater Santa Cruz area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Western Neighborhood in Santa Cruz, CA
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Western?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Western is at Pacific View Courts listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Western Apartment is $1,602 at Copa Cabanas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Western Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Western is starting from $2,985 at Baytree Apartments.
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