
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barbera Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (44 Rentals)
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Vista
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Koi Creek

43 Lester Ave

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2080 Fruitdale Ave

47 Lester Avenue

1860 Southwest Expy

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1104 Delna Manor Ln

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48 Lester Avenue

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1121 Garfield Ave

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337 Kuehnis Dr, Unit 337 Kuehnis Drive

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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 | $2,977 | $1,870 | $3,469 |
| Barbera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Barbera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,903 | $2,750 | $6,144 |
| Barbera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,263 | $3,247 | $5,509 |
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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. Cherry Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,090. 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 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 2080 Fruitdale Ave | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Plum Orchard Apartments | Floorplan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Grove | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $2,576 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,588 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,670 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,739 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barbera, CA
As of July 29, 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 Plan C Model at Creekside Apartments starting at $2,930 with a $3.27 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 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Willow Creek | One Bedroom One Bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| The Grove | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 337 Kuehnis Dr, Unit 337 Kuehnis Drive | 337 Kuehnis Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 2080 Fruitdale Ave | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Shelter Creek | 1BR/!BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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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 Maxwell at Bascom listed at $3,004.
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 $2,899 at 48 Lester Avenue.
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