
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bluewater Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (72 Rentals)
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Valley West Apartments

Lion Villas

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Foxdale

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Avana San Jose

Mission Grove

1417 Dubert

1376 Tami Lee

1334 Crucero

373-381 Gloria Ave
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1435 Carnelian Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr

1399 Tami Lee Dr

1408 Dubert Ln

1339 Crucero Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

1424 Carnelian Dr

1415 Tami Lee Dr

175 Alexander Ave

1324 Crucero Dr
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1344 Crucero Dr

1380 Carnelian Dr

484 Nordyke Dr

2392 Mammoth Dr

207 Gramercy Pl

2245 Luz Ave

254 Pamela Ave

2750 Mckee Rd

1509 Mount Herman Dr

1425 Dubert Ln
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3035 Westboro Dr

1281 Fleming Ave

1360 Tami Lee Dr

1352 Dubert Ln

1440 Dubert Ln

1430 Tamilee Dr

1016 Summerplace Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

1441 Dubert Ln

223 Alexander Ave
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2702-2744 Norita Ct

1388 Carnelian Dr

1406 Tami Lee Dr

24 N Jackson Ave

221 Pamela Ave

196 Gramercy Pl

1448 Dubert Ln

1338 Crucero Dr

1640 Crucero Dr

2254 Luz Ave
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Bluewater, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bluewater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluewater Studio Apartments | $1,915 | $1,600 | $2,161 |
| Bluewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $2,080 | $2,585 |
| Bluewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $2,539 | $3,120 |
| Bluewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $2,650 | $3,500 |
| Bluewater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,785 | $3,559 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Bluewater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bluewater area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley West Apartments priced from $2,080. Lion Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,303. Here are the most affordable Bluewater apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,080 |
| Lion Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,303 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,473 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bluewater, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bluewater area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Bluewater apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bluewater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Lion Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBluewater, San Jose, CA
Ranked #299
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Bluewater, San Jose, CA
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bluewater Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bluewater?
The cheapest apartment in Bluewater is Valley West Apartments which is listed at $2,080, while the average apartment in Bluewater costs $3,559.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bluewater?
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 16 regular apartments in Bluewater 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 Bluewater?
Cheap apartments in Bluewater have an average cost of $1,309 which is $2,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bluewater.
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