
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Branham Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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399 Blossom Hill Rd

Orchard Glen

2445 Rinconada Dr

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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 | $2,072 | $995 | $2,470 |
| Branham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $1,061 | $3,542 |
| Branham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,283 | $2,495 | $4,743 |
| Branham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $2,825 | $6,579 |
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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 $1,749. 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 | $1,749 |
| 2445 Rinconada Dr | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,196 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Branham, CA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Branham area is the $3.45 price per square foot C3A Model at Bell Almaden in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,451. The second greatest value Branham apartment is the 661 Chemeketa Dr Model at 661 Chemeketa Dr starting at $2,975 with a $2.98 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Almaden | C3A | 3BR,3BA | $3.45 |
| 661 Chemeketa Dr | 661 Chemeketa Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.98 |
| 5638 Hoffman Ct, Unit 3 | 5638 Hoffman Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Cielo | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Latitude 37 | 1x1F-737-p1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Almaden Lake Village | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBranham, San Jose, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Branham Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,533.
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 $3,800.
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 7 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 $425 which is $3,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Branham.
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