
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alderbrook Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alderbrook area of San Jose.


North Colonial House

4775 Atherton Ave

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Fountain Park

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Alderbrook, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alderbrook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderbrook Studio Apartments | $2,103 | $1,652 | $2,957 |
| Alderbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $1,500 | $8,217 |
| Alderbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,715 | $2,300 | $9,828 |
| Alderbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,292 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Alderbrook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,280 | $6,075 | $6,485 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alderbrook Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Alderbrook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alderbrook area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. Blue Hills Studio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Alderbrook apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Fountain Park | Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alderbrook, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alderbrook area is the $3.33 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Alderbrook apartment is the Portola Townhome Model at The Pointe at Cupertino starting at $4,637 with a $4.03 price per square foot in the Birdland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alderbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Villas | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| The Pointe at Cupertino | Portola Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.03 |
| 7201-7245 Bark Ln | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.35 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| City Gate at Cupertino | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| The Podium Apartments | D1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alderbrook Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alderbrook?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alderbrook is under $3,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alderbrook?
The cheapest apartment in Alderbrook is Westport Senior which is listed at $1,805, while the average apartment in Alderbrook costs $6,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alderbrook?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Alderbrook that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Alderbrook?
Cheap apartments in Alderbrook have an average cost of $137 which is $6,143 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alderbrook.
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