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Apartments Under $1,200 in Santa Cruz, CA

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$450
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1332 Mission St Santa Cruz, CA
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West King Street
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All Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA

30 Results
26
3D Tour
$2,803 - 4,642
Chestnut Street
Deal
143 Chestnut St Santa Cruz, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Townhome
12
$2,510 - 2,805
San Lorenzo Court Apartments
120 San Lorenzo Blvd Santa Cruz, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
10
$2,720 - 3,610
The Sands Apartments
304 Cliff Street Santa Cruz, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
74
$2,499 - 3,299
Hidden Creek Apartments
Deal
200 Button St Santa Cruz, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Covered Parking
Pool
Market Street
5
$1,800
Amazing One Bedroom
138 Blaine St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Ocean Street
11
$2,850
1007 Captains Ct
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
House
15
$4,850
219 Alta Vista Dr
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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House
Storage
Dishwasher
Escolona
0
$2,295
114-116 Maple St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Feb. 5, 2025
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
1
$2,095
610 Pacific Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Disability Access
Beach Flats
9
$2,350
157 Franklin St Unit 26
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Ocean Street
11
$2,595
1901 Portola Dr
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
9
$2,550
339 Walnut Ave Unit 3
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Ocean
5
$2,400
234 Felix St Unit 6
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Neary Lagoon
15
$2,595
Hanover St Unit A1
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
East Park
1
$3,590
High St.
404 High St Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
1
$1,800
219Fern
219 Fern St Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
Harvey West
14
$3,800
162 Hagemann Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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Arana Gulch
1
$2,400
121 Sylvar St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
12
$3,600
505 Walnut Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Lower Ocean
1
$2,295
111
111 8Th Ave Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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1
$2,400
X - 320 Dakota Ave.
320 Dakota Ave Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Surface Parking
Dishwasher
Ocean Street
6
$2,150
119 Clay St Unit 1
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
11
$2,250
316 Lincoln St Unit 11
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Lower Ocean
1
$3,450
2 Bed 1 Bath- Santa Cruz With Garage
944 32nd Ave Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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House
Storage
33
$3,948
101 Torrey Pine Ter Unit Santa
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Nobel
1
$2,650
133 Walti St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Feb. 11, 2025
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Storage
Neary Lagoon
13
$3,381
Emerald Bay Apartments
2500 Soquel Dr Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
1
$2,000
Coloma Street
125 Coloma St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Lower Ocean
1
$8,500
Monthly 30+ Vacation Rental In The Heart Santa Cruz, Newly Remodeled And Beautiful!
3035 Calla Dr Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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House
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
1
$2,495
657 24th Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Pool
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Santa Cruz, CA on Rentable.co?

There is 1 apartment under $1,200 in Santa Cruz currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 1 studio apartment under $1,200 available for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 1 one-bedroom apartment under $1,200 available for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 5 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Santa Cruz.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Santa Cruz, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Santa Cruz based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $18,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Santa Cruz, CA?

  1. Lower Ocean
  2. West King Street

Apartments Under $1,200 in Santa Cruz, CA: February Rental Information

Welcome to the February 2025 Santa Cruz Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 2025 key findings and figures for the Santa Cruz rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Santa Cruz. Whether you're a student, young professional, or looking for a budget-friendly option, this report will help you navigate the Santa Cruz rental market with ease.
0 2 5 7 10 <$1,800 $1,840 $1,920 $2,000 $2,080 $2,160 $2,240 $2,320 $2,400 $2,480 $2,560 $2,640 $2,720 $2,800 $2,880 $2,960 $3,040 >$3,120

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Santa Cruz vs. Surrounding Areas

In February 2025, Rentable's apartment search data shows a range of affordable rental options in Santa Cruz, CA and the surrounding cities. Santa Cruz, known for its stunning coastal views, offers a number of apartments under $1,200, representing a significant portion of the overall rental inventory in the metro area. The nearby cities of Capitola, Scotts Valley, Watsonville, Boulder Creek, Aptos, Ben Lomond, Felton Lompico, and La Selva Beach also contribute to the total inventory of apartments under $1,200, providing renters with a variety of options in this price range. With a total inventory of 3 apartments under $1,200, prospective renters can find affordable accommodations in this desirable region.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Santa Cruz and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in February M/M % Change
Santa Cruz, CA 1 +0.67%
Capitola, CA 1 0.0%
Watsonville, CA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Santa Cruz?

Available apartments under $1,200 8
Top amenities Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Court Yard, Yoga, Bike Parking
Deals 5
Pet friendly 5
Studio 1
1 Bedroom 1
2 Bedroom 3
Square footage 215 - 1,106
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