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Stevens Creek
4300 Stevens Creek BlvdSan Jose, CA 95129
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Blossom Valley Senior Apartments
399 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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Cinnabar Commons
875 Cinnabar StSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only
465 Willow Glen WaySan Jose, CA 95125
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Vitalia Apartments
3090 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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283 McCreery Ave, Unit Studio
283 McCreery AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Paseo Senter
1900 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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Delmas Park
350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Mabuhay Court Apartments
488 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miraido Village
520-566 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miranda Village
2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Trestles Apartments
1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Oaks at Almaden Senior Apartments
5050 Russo DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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Page Street Studios
333 Page StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Gadberry Courts Apartments
2555 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Villa Hermosa
1640 Hermocilla WaySan Jose, CA 95116
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Eden Palms Apartments
5398 Monterey RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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912 - 914 Delbert Way
912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Pollard Plaza Apartment
1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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The Dudley Apartments
355 Santana RowSan Jose, CA 95128
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Brookwood Terrace
1346 E San Antonio StSan Jose, CA 95116
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Lenzen Square - WAITLIST IS CLOSED
790 Lenzen AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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SRO-Apartment Building
507 N 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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650 S 8th St
650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Villa de Guadalupe
2151 Plaza De GuadalupeSan Jose, CA 95116
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Bella Castello
570 Keyes StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Almaden House
2415 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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122 Graham Avenue Apartments
122 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments
2605 La Hacienda CtSan Jose, CA 95127
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Turnleaf Apartments
3201 Loma Verde DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Royal Garden Apartments
2890 Almaden ExpySan Jose, CA 95125
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1137 Roewill Dr
1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Grove Apartments
1125 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Apartments
1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing
237 Race StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Ohlone Court Apartments
5225 Terner WaySan Jose, CA 95136
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Almaden Lake Apartments
978 Almaden Lake DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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The Brooks House
655 Richmond AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Arbor Terraces
2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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515 E WiLL
515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Clayburn Apartments
67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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603 S 1st St
603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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162-164 Topeka Ave
162-164 Topeka AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Tamien Station
1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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150 Graham Avenue Apartments
150 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,956 | $972 | $7,000 |
| Cheap San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $1,036 | $9,885 |
| Cheap San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,475 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,282 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,048 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Jose, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the San Jose, CA area range in price from $972 to $24,250 with an overall median price of $3,644. The three San Jose neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cambrian Park at $1,750, Rose at $1,750, and Wooster at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Jose Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Cambrian Park | $1,750 | $1,750 | 1 |
| Rose | $1,750 | $1,750 | 1 |
| Wooster | $1,750 | $995 | 19 |
| Bonita | $2,069 | $1,699 | 6 |
| Cambrian Community | $2,105 | $1,599 | 4 |
| Bonita 24th | $2,158 | $1,809 | 3 |
| Ferrari | $2,158 | $1,809 | 3 |
| Hillview | $2,204 | $1,700 | 5 |
| Kollmar | $2,204 | $1,700 | 7 |
| Ryan | $2,204 | $1,700 | 7 |
Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek in the Loma Linda neighborhood priced from $972. 27 North - Student Housing Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $972 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Parkside Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
| The Franciscan | Room 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Calabazas Community Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA
As of August 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Valley West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Fall 2026 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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San Jose Overview
Many people have been flocking to California Bay Area’s biggest city for the past 50 years and it only takes a moment to see all the reasons why. Nestled in the middle of Silicon Valley, the booming Tech Industry calls this area home, the sun shines over 250 days a year, and the beauty of all of California’s diverse landscapes are all within a few hours’ drive. Its residents are highly educated and culturally diverse and the city offers many opportunities for them to get out of their San Jose apartments and meet your neighbors from annual festivals to enjoying a day at the 170 acre Kelley Park. If you prefer not to drive, the Downtown area caters to those who would rather walk, bike, or ride the train or bus.
Why live in San Jose, CA?
San Jose is known for being at the leading edge of technology when the tech industry is in its Golden Age. Business is booming and the economy is growing so well that the city has dubbed itself the “Capital of Opportunity”. Young professionals will feel at home here with almost 40% of the population being between the ages of 20 and 40. And with a wide variety of options for homes and apartments in San Jose, finding the perfect place is a cinch.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Jose is under $1,599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in San Jose is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in San Jose costs $3,644.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Jose?
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 4,632 regular apartments in San Jose 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 San Jose?
Cheap apartments in San Jose have an average cost of $650 which is $2,994 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Jose.
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