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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA

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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,310
    2 bd $3,150
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    314 Spruce Street 7 Units 95060

    4.5 (4)
    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly

  • Apartments Under $2,700

  • New Units Available 6 units available
    Studio $2,554
    1 bd $2,595+
    Base rent
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    THE BREAKERS

    4.0 (2)
    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly

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    Ocean Street Apartments

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

  • Apartments Under $3,100

  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,975
    Base rent
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    221 Raymond Street Apartments

    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,985
    2 bd $3,725
    Total monthly cost
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    San Lorenzo Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

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    The Bluffs At 44th

    4401 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
    Pet friendly • Parking • In unit laundry
  • 2-4-nhood

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,985 and $3,725.

How many cheap rentals are available in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA on RentCafe?

There are 3 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 25 Aug 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

The average Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA cheap apartment size is 542 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA?

A cheap apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Downtown Santa Cruz has never been easier. We feature 12 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Downtown Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA average, which is currently $3,522. On RentCafe, Downtown Santa Cruz rents go as low as $2,310/mo.