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Apartments for Rent in Santa Cruz, CA under $3000

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    120 San Lorenzo Blvd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    221 Raymond Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,100
    1 BED $2,375
    2 BEDS $2,900
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    81 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    101 Felix Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,599+
    1 BED $2,799+
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    200 Button Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $2,760+
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    630 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    STUDIO $2,554+
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    132 Clay Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    350 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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    314 Spruce Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
    1 BED $2,250+
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    650 Corcoran Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    1 BED $2,650
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    2333 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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    1 BED $2,645
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    22625 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    1 BED $2,795
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    22681 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
    1 BED $2,995
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    910 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
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    166 Hyannis Court, Aptos, CA 95003
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    201 Pacifica Boulevard, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    2 BEDS $1,903
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    55 Pennsylvania Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    226 Edelen Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    121 Massol Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030
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    15070 Los Gatos Almaden Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
    2 BEDS $2,795
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    14850 & 14930 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
    2 BEDS $2,995+
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    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
    1 BED $2,395
    2 BEDS $2,895
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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 9 Jul 2025.

What are the best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA?

The best apartments in Santa Cruz, CA are: San Lorenzo Apartments, 221 Raymond Street Apartments, Pacific View Courts, Cypress Point and The Sands.

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

In Santa Cruz, 52% of the residents are renting compared to 48% 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, 55% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 31% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA under $2,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $2,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 5 apartments for rent in Santa Cruz, CA on which you’ll spend less than $2,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $2,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $2,200. The average rental size in Santa Cruz, CA is 854 Sq.Ft., but the $2,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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