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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA under $2600
19 Rentals Available

  • 6 days ago

    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,560
  • 15 days ago

    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $2,599
  • 15 days ago

    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $1,995+
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  • 13 days ago

    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,544+
  • 15 days ago

    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    20730 Brush Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033
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    1 BED $2,295
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  • 15 days ago

    201 Pacifica Boulevard, Watsonville, CA 95076
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,903
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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  • 15 days ago

    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
    STUDIO $2,095+
  • 16 days ago

    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
    1 BED $2,395
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    347 Spreckels Dr., Aptos, CA 95003
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    8065 Aptos St., Aptos, CA 95003
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Getting around in Santa Cruz, CA

36 /100
Car-Dependent
31 /100
Some Transit
49 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 36, Transit Score®: 31, Bike Score®: 49

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Santa Cruz, CA were last updated on 5 Nov 2024.

What are the best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA are: Five55, Cypress Point, Pacific View Courts, San Lorenzo Apartments and Anton Pacific.

What type of rental buildings are in Santa Cruz, CA?

In Santa Cruz, 53% of the residents are renting compared to 47% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 13% of Santa Cruz’s rentals, 53% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Santa Cruz, CA under $2,600

Searching for apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA under $2,600 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Santa Cruz, CA, where the average rent is $2,394 per month, there are 19 units available for less than $2,600. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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