1084 Fern Ave
FeltonCA95018
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333 Daken Brook Dr
Ben LomondCA95005
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4497 Highway 9, Unit #A, Unit #A
4497 Highway 9
FeltonCA95018
175 S Redwood Dr
Boulder CreekCA95006
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168 Everson Dr
Santa CruzCA95060
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Western, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Western?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,898 | $2,800 | $4,400 |
| Western 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,544 | $4,500 | $7,400 |
| Western 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,697 | $7,900 | $9,495 |
| Western 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,600 | $9,600 | $9,600 |
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There are currently 5 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 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 Western apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Palomar Inn | Palomar Inn -SRO | Studio,1BA | $1,860 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Scotts Valley Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2/1 Model at Baytree Apartments in the in the Western neighborhood starting from $2,985. The second greatest value Western apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath-14B Model at Anton Pacific starting at $5,552 with a $5.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Cruz 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| Anton Pacific | 1 Bed/1 Bath-14B | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| Westmont Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.64 |
| 1804 Mission St | Standard Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| The Hilltop | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $5.43 |
| Pacific Shores | Mitchell`s Cove | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $4.94 |
| Chestnut Street | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
| Scotts Valley Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| 6412 Highway 9, Unit apartment live work space | 6412 Highway 9 | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.64 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Western?
There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Western, CA with pricing that ranges from $849 to $7,500. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Western ranging from $1,680 to $9,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Western ranges from $1,680 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,926.
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