
Cheap Homes for Rent in Bascom Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
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Bascom, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bascom?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bascom 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,611 | $2,525 | $4,500 |
Bascom 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,604 | $3,575 | $6,000 |
Bascom 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,245 | $4,595 | $5,895 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bascom Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Page Street Studios priced from $1,234. 875 Northrup St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Bascom apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
1678 Monroe St. | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Regency & Lexington | Regency - a50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bascom, CA
As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bascom area is the $3.12 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Elements in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,658. The second greatest value Bascom apartment is the Plan 4 Model at Mosaic Apartments starting at $3,631 with a $3.10 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. |
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Elements | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Mosaic Apartments | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Livorno Square | Bernini | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
The Monterey Apartments | Large Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
Mark II Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1.5-Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.80 |
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | Sequoia | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Willow Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
2928 Magliocco Dr, | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
1359 Reeve St Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bascom
What type of rentals are currently available in Bascom?
There are currently 1767 Apartments for Rent in Bascom, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,234 to $16,702. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bascom ranging from $1,200 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bascom?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bascom ranges from $1,200 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,514.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bascom?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bascom range from $3,150 to $12,369, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,575 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,652.
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