235 Union St
Santa CruzCA95060
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $995 (24 Rentals)
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St. George Apartments
833 Front StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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$2,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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
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$2,550 - $3,295Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1804 Mission St
1804 Mission StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
116 Maple St
Santa CruzCA95060
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$2,590 - $3,4901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
306 Cliff St
306 Cliff StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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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
116 Sycamore St
Santa CruzCA95060
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2 Bedroom Apartments
317 Spruce St
317 Spruce StSanta Cruz, CA 95060
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8787 Highway 9
8787 Highway 9Ben Lomond, CA 95005
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562 Larita Dr
Ben LomondCA95005
444 Whispering Pines Dr
Scotts ValleyCA95066
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6412 Highway 9, Unit apartment live work space
6412 Highway 9Felton, CA 95018
1 Pine Ave
Mount HermonCA95041
13129-13129 Hazel Ave
Boulder CreekCA95006
4497 Highway 9, Unit #A
4497 Highway 9
FeltonCA95018
5420 Hwy 9
FeltonCA95018
333 Daken Brook Dr
Ben LomondCA95005
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Westside, Santa Cruz, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Studio Apartments | $2,995 | $995 | $3,505 |
| Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,320 | $1,750 | $4,295 |
| Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,774 | $2,350 | $7,834 |
| Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,732 | $3,615 | $5,850 |
| Westside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,250 | $4,500 | $8,000 |
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Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside 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 Westside 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 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| Cypress Point | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,606 |
| Hidden Creek Apartments | 1 Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, CA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $3.10 price per square foot 2/1 Model at Baytree Apartments in the in the Western neighborhood starting from $3,185. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the C1 - 2x2 Model at Pacific Shores starting at $4,395 with a $4.33 price per square foot in the Western neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Baytree Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Pacific Shores | C1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| Westmont Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $4.75 |
| 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 |
| 1804 Mission St | Jr. 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| Lincoln Apartments | 324 Lincoln Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| 6412 Highway 9, Unit apartment live work space | 6412 Highway 9 | 1BR,1.5BA | $4.17 |
| 8787 Highway 9 | 8787 Highway 9 | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $2,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?
The cheapest apartment in Westside is Lincoln Apartments which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Westside costs $3,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?
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 17 regular apartments in Westside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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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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