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Apartments Under $1,200 in Santa Cruz, CA

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$1,095
514 Broadway
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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East Park
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All Apartments in Santa Cruz, CA

30 Results
26
3D Tour
$2,677 - 3,769
Chestnut Street
143 Chestnut St Santa Cruz, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Townhome
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
1
$5,000
531 Dufour
531 Dufour St Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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West King Street
84
$2,350 - 3,210
Hidden Creek Apartments
200 Button St Santa Cruz, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
Pool
Market Street
24
$2,499 - 3,375
Five55
Deal
555 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
30
$3,595
169 Harbor Oaks Cir
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
1
$2,650
114-116 Maple St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
36
$4,995
Updated 3br Westside Retreat Near Beaches & West Cliff
336 Wilkes Cir Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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2
$2,500
234 High St
Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Lower Ocean
29
$4,000
Upscale Westside Living! Spacious 2bd/2ba Above Copal Restaurant
1203 Mission St Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
West King Street
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$3,995
229 Buena Vis Unit B
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
Beach Flats
1
$2,000
150 Canfield Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Beach Flats
1
$1,750 - 2,000
219 Fern
219 Fern St Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
Harvey West
15
$4,650
Hanover St Unit B1
Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
East Park
13
$3,933
Emerald Bay Apartments
2500 Soquel Dr Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
5
$1,600
202 Vista Prieta Ct
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
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30
$2,900
Charming Coastal Retreat On Portola Drive
4201 Portola Dr Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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In Unit Laundry
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$2,200
121 Sylvar St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Lower Ocean
1
$2,850
832 Hanover St
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Seabright
1
$2,595
657 24th Ave
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Pool
7
$1,950
113 Grant St
Santa Cruz, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Market Street
1
$6,200
Fully Renovated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Townhouse Walking Distance To The Beach. Must See!
22680 E Cliff Dr #5 Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,500
151 Marine Parade
Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Seabright
1
$2,175
Cute Santa Cruz Studio- Full Kitchen And Bath! Steps To The Beach!
116 2nd Ave Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$4,500
Santa Cruz Central Location.
19 Josefa Way Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Nov. 20, 2026
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East Park
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$3,700
Santa Cruz On 12th Avenue
201 12th Ave Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Dec. 1, 2026
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Dishwasher
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$5,200
1411 Seabright
1411 Seabright Ave #a Santa Cruz, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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Seabright
1
$3,850
Santa Cruz
2226 Mission St Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Westside
1
$1,850
Scz T 206 Ocean
206 Ocean St Santa Cruz, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Beach Flats
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$4,100
3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Home, Westside, Near Ucsc
2222 Mission St Santa Cruz, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Westside
1
$1,950
A Quiet Lovely Fully Furnished Studio Downtown With A Cozy Patio
224 Laurel St #a204 Santa Cruz, CA
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Lower Ocean
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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 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Santa Cruz?

Rentable.co has 71 one-bedroom apartments 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 32 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 $44,000.

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

  1. East Park
  2. Lower Ocean
  3. Market Street

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

Welcome to the November 2026 Santa Cruz Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the November 2026 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 <$1,400 $1,460 $1,580 $1,700 $1,820 $1,940 $2,060 $2,180 $2,300 $2,420 $2,540 $2,660 $2,780 $2,900 $3,020 $3,140
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz stands at $2,550, with the majority falling between $1,440 and $3,250. Out of the 181 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Santa Cruz, 3 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 2% of the total available one-bedroom units in Santa Cruz.

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

In November 2026, 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 5 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 November M/M % Change
Santa Cruz, CA 2 +0.67%
Aptos, CA 2 +0.67%

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

Available apartments under $1,200 104
Top amenities Granite Countertop, High / Vaulted Ceiling, Secured Entry, Gated Entry, Clubhouse
Pet friendly 5
1 Bedroom 2
2 Bedroom 4
3 Bedroom 1

Where are Santa Cruz Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods East park, Lower ocean, Market street
East Park 1
Lower Ocean 1
Market Street 1
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