
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Branham Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen

The Woods Apartments

Oaks at Almaden Senior Apartments

Almaden House

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Orvieto Family A
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Branham, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Branham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branham Studio Apartments | $2,036 | $995 | $2,465 |
| Branham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,663 | $1,061 | $3,640 |
| Branham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $2,150 | $4,626 |
| Branham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,910 | $3,195 | $4,502 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Branham Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Branham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Branham area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Branham apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,465 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,527 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Branham, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Branham area is the $3.05 price per square foot 2x2F-1083-p1 Model at Latitude 37 in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Branham apartment is the 2C Model at Avana Almaden starting at $2,921 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Branham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude 37 | 2x2F-1083-p1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Avana Almaden | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Terra House Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| 5980 Cabral Ave, Unit 2 | 5980 Cabral Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 50% | Studio ,1BA | $4.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Branham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Branham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Branham is under $2,662.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Branham?
The cheapest apartment in Branham is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Branham costs $3,963.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Branham?
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 25 regular apartments in Branham 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 Branham?
Cheap apartments in Branham have an average cost of $533 which is $3,430 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Branham.
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