
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bascom Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (44 Rentals)
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Sycamore Park

Glen Eyrie Apartments

Rosa Crest Studio

Moorpark Garden Apartments

Regency & Lexington

Bascom Holiday Apartments

914 College Dr
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Miranda Village

Trestles Apartments

Page Street Studios

912 - 914 Delbert Way

The Dudley Apartments

Lenzen Square - WAITLIST IS CLOSED

Turnleaf Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr
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The Brooks House

162-164 Topeka Ave

Capri Apartments

875 Northrup St

1055 Vermont

Woodland apartments
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Marlboro Manor Apartments

The Monterey Apartments

Town House

43 Lester Ave

Bundy Ave

Driftwood Apartments

88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments
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Valley Village Retirement Community

1700 Civic Center Dr

Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)

1045-1055 Lewis St

2392 Sutter Ave

155 Monroe St

515 Saratoga Ave

Paula Court Apartments
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El Camino

The Palms

1882 Amelia Way
Bascom, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bascom?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bascom Studio Apartments | $2,868 | $1,004 | $3,685 |
| Bascom 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,506 | $1,071 | $6,935 |
| Bascom 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,320 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
| Bascom 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,391 | $1,464 | $7,980 |
| Bascom 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,248 | $4,899 | $9,176 |
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Cheapest Available Bascom Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bascom area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,687. Here are the most affordable Bascom apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| Rosa Crest Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Belaire Apts, Santa Clara | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| 43 Lester Ave | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - a50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,986 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 US | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 2295 Anna Dr | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bascom, CA
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bascom area is the $2.89 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Mosaic Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,388. The second greatest value Bascom apartment is the The Western Model at West Park Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bascom apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| West Park Apartments | The Western | 3BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Boynton Brooks | End UNIT | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 480 California St, Unit 4 | 480 California St | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Central Park Apartments | Standard Broadway | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 795 N 2nd St, Unit 1 | 795 N 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Village of Taxco | Large 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Northlake Ambassador Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bascom Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bascom?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bascom is at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments listed at $1,004.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bascom Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bascom Apartment is $1,071 at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bascom Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bascom is starting from $1,276 at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bascom Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bascom Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments and starts from $1,464.
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