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150 Graham Avenue Apartments
150 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Alum Rock Apartments
1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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3137 Cadillac Dr
3137 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Delano Apartments
272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Surrey Square Apartments
1661-1671 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Atherton Terrace
4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments
80 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Central Park Terrace
41078 Farallon CmnFremont, CA 94538
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Borregas Court Apartments
101 W Weddell DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Parkside Studios
495 N Wolfe RdSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Westport Senior
21301 Point Reyes TerCupertino, CA 95014
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23 Fifty Bascom
2350 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Serra Apartments
42000 Osgood RdFremont, CA 94539
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Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)
76 N Winchester BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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141 Towne Ter
141 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Montevista Apartments
1001 S Main StMilpitas, CA 95035
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Carriage House
1655 Pomeroy AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Crossings on Monterey
16800 Monterey RdMorgan Hill, CA 95037
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Remington Grove
575 E Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Franklin Street Apartments
135 Franklin StMountain View, CA 94041
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2392 Sutter Ave
2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1045-1055 Lewis St
1045-1055 Lewis StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Willows
50 W Edmundson AveMorgan Hill, CA 95037
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Mariposa Apartments
260 Mariposa AveMountain View, CA 94041
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Fernmar Studios
645-701 San Juan DrSunnyvale, CA 94085
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155 Monroe St
155 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Iris Park Apartments
611 Iris AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,833 | $972 | $5,455 |
| Cheap San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,423 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,399 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,848 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $17,201 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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May 4, 2025Wonderful place to live if you work remotely, in tech, or in the creative arts. Fantastic vibes and really very affordable compared to other cities like San Francisco. Lots of amazing places to grab a quick bite or waste a spare afternoon, as well.
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 $6,370.
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 3,616 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 $568 which is $5,802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Jose.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.
Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood
Written by: Shannon Hilson
Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.
Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers
Written by: Shannon Hilson
San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.