Cheap Homes for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Westside area of Santa Cruz.

property at 562 Larita Dr

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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562 Larita Dr

Ben LomondCA95005

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property at 4497 Highway 9

$2,000

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$2,000

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4497 Highway 9, Unit #A

4497 Highway 9
FeltonCA95018
property at 235 Union St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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235 Union St

Santa CruzCA95060

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property at 219 Roberts St

$2,400

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$2,400

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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219 Roberts St

Santa CruzCA95060

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. George ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Lincoln Apartments324 Lincoln Apartments1BR,1BA$2,400
1804 Mission StJr. 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$2,550

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Baytree Apartments2/12BR,2BA$3.10
Pacific ShoresC1 - 2x22BR,2BA$4.33
Westmont TownhomesTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$4.75
320 - 328 California Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$4.23
Chestnut StreetPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.36
Copa CabanasA1-R1BR,1BA$4.55
1804 Mission StJr. 1 BedroomStudio ,1BA$4.51
Lincoln Apartments324 Lincoln Apartments1BR,1BA$4.82
6412 Highway 9, Unit apartment live work space6412 Highway 91BR,1.5BA$4.17
8787 Highway 98787 Highway 9Studio ,1BA$3.98

Frequently Asked Questions about Westside

What type of rentals are currently available in Westside?

There are currently 196 Apartments for Rent in Westside, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $8,000. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westside ranging from $1,200 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westside ranges from $1,200 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,962.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Westside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Westside range from $3,615 to $5,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,250 to $7,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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