
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barbera Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Barbera area of San Jose.


Glen Eyrie Apartments

Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+

Willow Park Apartments

Tuscany Square

Creekside Apartments

Los Gatos Landing

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The Grove
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Plum Orchard Apartments

Willow Glen Apartments

2066 Fruitdale Ave, Unit 3

Vista

Fruitdale Station Apartments

Willow Creek

1518 Moorpark Ave, Unit 4

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The Standard (CA)
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Central Park Apartments

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Maxwell at Bascom

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Elements

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Mosaic Apartments

Tanglewood Apartments

2153 Sonador Commons

Trestles Apartments

912 - 914 Delbert Way
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The Brooks House

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Arcadia Apartments

Marlboro Manor Apartments

Koi Creek

Sandalwood Apartments

43 Lester Ave

48 Lester Ave
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Fruitdale Gardens

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1235 Leigh Apartments

47 Lester Avenue

1860 Southwest Expy

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The Glens Apartments

Villas Willow Glen
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Los Gatos Creek

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 | $3,037 | $1,850 | $3,530 |
| Barbera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $1,750 | $9,081 |
| Barbera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,184 | $2,205 | $6,011 |
| Barbera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,049 | $3,350 | $4,799 |
| Barbera 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,149 | $4,899 | $5,399 |
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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 875 Northrup St priced from $1,750. Arcadia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Barbera apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Arcadia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | Sequoia | 2BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| River Walk Apartments | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| The Grove | Tiger | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Plum Orchard Apartments | Floorplan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,679 |
| Fruitdale Station Apartments | Euro Collection | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Maxwell at Bascom | Pulse 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,916 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barbera, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barbera area is the $3.19 price per square foot 2BD, 2BTH A Model at Villas Willow Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,287. The second greatest value Barbera apartment is the 2x2 Model at Willow Glen Apartments starting at $2,950 with a $3.11 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 | $3.19 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Elements | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | 2BR-2BTH- WD, carpet ,vinyl | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Shelter Creek | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | Sequoia | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Arcadia Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Barbera?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Barbera is under $2,916.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Barbera?
The cheapest apartment in Barbera is 875 Northrup St which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Barbera costs $4,899.
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 9 regular apartments in Barbera that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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