
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barbera Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,032 (44 Rentals)
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Willow Park Apartments

Cherry Creek

Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+

Meridian

Shelter Creek

Tuscany Square

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Plum Orchard Apartments

1688 De Rose Way

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The Grove

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Vista

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Maxwell at Bascom
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The Standard (CA)

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Elements

2153 Sonador Commons

Trestles Apartments

912 - 914 Delbert Way
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The Brooks House

875 Northrup St

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Koi Creek

43 Lester Ave

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1235 Leigh Apartments

47 Lester Avenue

1860 Southwest Expy

Fruitdale Gardens

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The Glens Apartments

48 Lester Avenue

Willow Creek
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Villas Willow Glen

BRACE AVENUE

1960 Southwest Expy

River Walk Apartments
Barbera, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Barbera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbera Studio Apartments | $2,824 | $1,870 | $3,222 |
| Barbera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,306 | $2,205 | $4,646 |
| Barbera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $2,475 | $6,146 |
| Barbera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,627 | $3,099 | $4,999 |
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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 Cherry Creek priced from $2,090. Sandalwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,185. Here are the most affordable Barbera apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,185 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Meridian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Plum Orchard Apartments | Floorplan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Fruitdale Gardens | Kiwi | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| The Grove | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $2,676 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,929 |
| Maxwell at Bascom | Pulse 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,962 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barbera, CA
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barbera area is the $3.46 price per square foot 2BD, 2BTH A Model at Villas Willow Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,570. The second greatest value Barbera apartment is the Redwood Model at River Walk Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $3.34 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas Willow Glen | 2BD, 2BTH A | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| River Walk Apartments | Redwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| BRACE AVENUE | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Deodar Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.68 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Fruitdale Gardens | Kiwi | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| The Grove | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Barbera Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barbera?
The cheapest apartment in Barbera is Cherry Creek which is listed at $2,090, while the average apartment in Barbera costs $3,470.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Barbera?
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 12 regular apartments in Barbera 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 Barbera?
Cheap apartments in Barbera have an average cost of $934 which is $2,536 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Barbera.
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