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Shearwater Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shearwater Apartments

2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
  • Utilities Included

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The Bluffs on 44th
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bluffs on 44th

4401 Capitola RdCapitola, CA 95010
  • Utilities Included

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Soquel, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Soquel Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Soquel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Six Hundred Park Avenue in the Eastside neighborhood priced from $2,350. Breakwater Apartments in the Arana Gulch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,784. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Soquel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$2,350
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,784
Lloyd Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,875
Garden StreetB12BR,1BA$2,995
Landing at CapitolaPlan 12BR,2BA$3,482

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Soquel, CA and Nearby

As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Soquel area is the $3.48 price per square foot TH15Y Model at Wilder Townhomes in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Soquel apartment is the 1715 42nd Ave Model at 1715 42nd Ave, Unit Apt 3 starting at $3,500 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Soquel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wilder TownhomesTH15Y2BR,1.5BA$3.48
1715 42nd Ave, Unit Apt 31715 42nd Ave2BR,2BA$3.06
Emerald Bay ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$3.82
Landing at CapitolaPlan 12BR,2BA$3.63
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.49
Lloyd Court Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.60
Six Hundred Park AvenueNon-Remodeled 1 bedroom with LVT flooring1BR,1BA$3.77
Breakwater ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.46
Garden StreetB12BR,1BA$5.50
3300 Portola Dr, Unit # 203300 Portola Dr1BR,1BA$5.74

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Soquel Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Soquel Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Soquel Apartment is $2,350 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Soquel Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Soquel is starting from $2,750 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.

What is the most affordable Soquel Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Soquel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emerald Bay Apartments and starts from $3,933.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.