Cheap Apartments for Rent in Soquel, CA from $1,700 (55 Rentals)

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Soquel Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Soquel Gardens

4150 Soquel DrSoquel, CA 95073
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4795 River St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4795 River St

4795 River StSoquel, CA 95073
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East Cliff Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Cliff Village

1635 Tremont DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2651 Fresno St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2651 Fresno St

2651 Fresno StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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7362 Mesa Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7362 Mesa Dr

7362 Mesa DrAptos, CA 95003
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Adobe Hacienda
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adobe Hacienda

222 Santa Cruz AveAptos, CA 95003
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755 14th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

755 14th Ave

755 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2600 17th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2600 17th Ave

2600 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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835 Corcoran Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

835 Corcoran Ave

835 Corcoran AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

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2711 Soquel Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2711 Soquel Ave

2711 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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832-834 Paget Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

832-834 Paget Ave

832-834 Paget AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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1500 Merrill St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Merrill St

1500 Merrill StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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502 Pine St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

502 Pine St

502 Pine StCapitola, CA 95010
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Capitola Cove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitola Cove

1905 Wharf RdCapitola, CA 95010
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3385 Mission Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

3385 Mission Dr

3385 Mission DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065
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Woodland Senior Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Senior Apartments

3050 Dover DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065
Senior Living
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Elizabeth Oaks
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Oaks

1460 Jose AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
Senior Living

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The Sea Drift
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sea Drift

22625 E Cliff DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Bayou Townhouses
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayou Townhouses

1385 7th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Shearwater Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shearwater Apartments

2333 Portola DrSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Lagoon Beach Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lagoon Beach Apartments

540 13th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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530 14th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

530 14th Ave

530 14th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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455 Plum St
2 Bedroom Apartments

455 Plum St

455 Plum StCapitola, CA 95010
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2230 Alice St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2230 Alice St

2230 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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Kinsley Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kinsley Apartments

1855-1901 Kinsley StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2045 Alice St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2045 Alice St

2045 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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693-695 30th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

693-695 30th Ave

693-695 30th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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2216 Alice St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2216 Alice St

2216 Alice StSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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658 24th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

658 24th Ave

658 24th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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666 17th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

666 17th Ave

666 17th AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062

Soquel, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Soquel Apartments for Rent

 

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 $2,525. Emerald Bay Apartments in the Eastside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,706. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Soquel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2,525
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,706
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,899
Breakwater ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$3,595
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1BA$3,795
101 Grand3BR Ocean Front3BR,2BA$6,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Soquel, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Soquel area is the $7.99 price per square foot 2BR Ocean Front Model at 101 Grand in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $7,990. The second greatest value Soquel apartment is the B1 Model at Breakwater Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $4.18 price per square foot in the Arana Gulch 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.
101 Grand2BR Ocean Front2BR,2BA$7.99
Breakwater ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$4.18
Capitola TownhomesTH152BR,1.5BA$4.74
314 Hillcrest Dr, Unit 314 Hillcrest Drive314 Hillcrest Dr1BR,1BA$3.59
Emerald Bay Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.84
Six Hundred Park AvenueRemodeled 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$4.05
Capitola GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.92

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Getting Around Soquel, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

74 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $2,525 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 $3,050 at Six Hundred Park Avenue.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.