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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA under $2900
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Studio $2,050
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    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Studio $2,609+
    1 BED $2,699+
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    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $2,850
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    304 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    Studio $2,795
    1 BED $2,835
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    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    22625 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    1 BED $2,395
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    201 Pacifica Boulevard, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    20 E Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030
    1 BED $2,700+
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    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
    Studio $2,095+
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    226 Edelen Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
    2 BEDS $2,900
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    14850 & 14930 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
    2 BEDS $2,795
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    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
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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 30 Sep 2023.

What are the best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA?

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

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

In Santa Cruz, 54% of the residents are renting compared to 46% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 12% of Santa Cruz’s rentals, 53% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 33% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Santa Cruz, CA under $2,900

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 25 apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA from 14 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $2,900, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Santa Cruz, CA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $2,900 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $2,050 in Santa Cruz, CA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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