
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bascom Forest Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bascom Forest area of San Jose.


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Bascom Forest, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bascom Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bascom Forest Studio Apartments | $2,646 | $972 | $3,762 |
| Bascom Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,404 | $1,036 | $5,288 |
| Bascom Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,287 | $1,233 | $8,641 |
| Bascom Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,239 | $1,460 | $9,692 |
| Bascom Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,066 | $4,516 | $5,616 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bascom Forest Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bascom Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bascom Forest area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek priced from $972. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here are the most affordable Bascom Forest apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $972 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| Park Kiely | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bascom Forest, CA
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bascom Forest area is the $2.97 price per square foot The Capri BMR Model at Villa Torino in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,416. The second greatest value Bascom Forest apartment is the B1T Model at Avalon Morrison Park starting at $3,715 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bascom Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Torino | The Capri BMR | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Avalon Morrison Park | B1T | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.80 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Regency & Lexington | Lexington - b60 | 2BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Shelter Creek | 1BR/!BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| La Palma Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Cinnabar Commons | 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bascom Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bascom Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bascom Forest is under $2,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bascom Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Bascom Forest is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in Bascom Forest costs $5,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bascom Forest?
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 49 regular apartments in Bascom Forest 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 Bascom Forest?
Cheap apartments in Bascom Forest have an average cost of $482 which is $4,813 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bascom Forest.
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