
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Banana Grove Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (7 Rentals)
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Banana Grove, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Banana Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Grove Studio Apartments | $1,930 | $995 | $2,446 |
| Banana Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $1,061 | $3,381 |
| Banana Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $2,414 | $4,210 |
| Banana Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,047 | $3,255 | $4,679 |
| Banana Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,809 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Banana Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Banana Grove area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Banana Grove apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Banana Grove, CA
As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Banana Grove area is the $3.06 price per square foot Il Bergamo Model at Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,867. The second greatest value Banana Grove apartment is the Spring Model at La Moraga Apartments starting at $2,979 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Banana Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | Il Bergamo | 3BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Spring | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Foothills Apartments | 3Bdroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| ViO | Plan 2B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Santa Palmia at Palm Valley | Il Greco | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Roseview | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Banana Grove Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Banana Grove?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Banana Grove is under $2,504.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Banana Grove?
The cheapest apartment in Banana Grove is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Banana Grove costs $8,809.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Banana Grove?
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 44 regular apartments in Banana Grove 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 Banana Grove?
Cheap apartments in Banana Grove have an average cost of $731 which is $8,078 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Banana Grove.
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