Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barbera Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (46 Rentals)

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Maxwell at Bascom
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$2,999 - $9,165
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Maxwell at Bascom

1350 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Mosaic Apartments
$3,195 - $6,323
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mosaic Apartments

500 Race StSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Standard (CA)
$3,248 - $4,096
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The Standard (CA)

515 Lincoln AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Elements
$3,250 - $4,820
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Elements

1201 Parkmoor AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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property at 2153 Sonador Commons

$3,530

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2153 Sonador Commons

San JoseCA95128
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Trestles Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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912 - 914 Delbert Way
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912 - 914 Delbert Way

912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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The Brooks House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brooks House

655 Richmond AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Arcadia Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Apartments

1011 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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43 Lester Ave
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43 Lester Ave

43 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Sandalwood Apartments
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Sandalwood Apartments

1371 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Fruitdale Gardens
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Fruitdale Gardens

1489 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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2080 Fruitdale Ave
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2080 Fruitdale Ave

2080 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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1235 Leigh Apartments
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1235 Leigh Apartments

1235 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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40 Glen Eyrie Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

40 Glen Eyrie Ave

40 Glen Eyrie AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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48 Lester Ave
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48 Lester Ave

48 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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47 Lester Avenue
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47 Lester Avenue

47 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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1860 Southwest Expy
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1860 Southwest Expy

1860 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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Menclair Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Menclair Apartments

560 Menker AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Glens Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Glens Apartments

1514-1515-1533 Alta Glen DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Villas Willow Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas Willow Glen

850 Meridian WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Los Gatos Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Creek

1029-1035 Meridian AveSan Jose, CA 95125

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Barbera, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Barbera Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barbera area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 875 Northrup St priced from $1,750. Glen Eyrie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,870. Here are the most affordable Barbera apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Glen Eyrie ApartmentsGlen Eyrie StudioStudio,1BA$1,870
Cherry Creek1BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2,090
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
40 Glen Eyrie Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
48 Lester Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,299
Creekside ApartmentsPlan B1BR,1BA$2,480
Plum Orchard ApartmentsFloorplan 1B1BR,1BA$2,500
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,588
VistaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barbera, CA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barbera area is the $3.21 price per square foot Remodel Fifth Avenue Model at Central Park Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Barbera apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath B1 Model at Willow Creek starting at $3,182 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barbera apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Central Park ApartmentsRemodel Fifth Avenue3BR,2BA$3.21
Willow CreekTwo Bedroom Two Bath B12BR,2BA$2.92
Fruitdale Station ApartmentsCrescent Collection2BR,2BA$3.47
Los Gatos Creek2x2TH2BR,2BA$3.68
Creekside ApartmentsPlan C2BR,1BA$3.14
Los Gatos LandingCreekside B2BR,1BA$3.56
Cherry Creek1BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$3.22
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57
Shelter Creek1BR/!BA1BR,1BA$3.65
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.65

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barbera Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Barbera?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Barbera is at Glen Eyrie Apartments listed at $1,870.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Barbera Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Barbera Apartment is $1,750 at 875 Northrup St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Barbera Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Barbera is starting from $2,820 at Creekside Apartments.

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