
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brookwood South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $500 (81 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Brookwood South area of San Jose.


685 Locust St

430 Jerome St

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164 S 10th St

468 S 6th St

144 S Third St, Unit 311

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

232 N 8th St

The Fairways

Almaden
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1817 Stowe Ave

55-57 S 33rd St

Parkside Terrace

420 S Third St, Unit 20

630 N 16th St

420 S Third St, Unit 32

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The Colonnade Apartments

1221-1221 Shortridge Ave

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240 Gifford Ave
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Valley West Apartments

144 S 3rd St, Unit 411

Vela Apartments

631 Jackson St

Metropolitan Court Apartments

88 E San Fernando St, Unit 806

Paseo Senter

Willow Pointe

Delmas Park

Miraido Village
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Gadberry Courts Apartments

Villa Hermosa

Jeanne D ARC Manor

Pollard Plaza Apartment

Brookwood Terrace

SRO-Apartment Building

650 S 8th St

215 Oak St

Bella Castello
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122 Graham Avenue Apartments

Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments

Metro Gardens

515 E WiLL

603 S 1st St

Clayburn Apartments

Tamien Station

150 Graham Avenue Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

The Kelsey Ayer Station
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Brookwood South, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brookwood South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookwood South Studio Apartments | $2,656 | $1,450 | $3,405 |
| Brookwood South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Brookwood South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,861 | $995 | $8,522 |
| Brookwood South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $1,720 | $5,342 |
| Brookwood South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $1,585 | $5,811 |
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There are currently 81 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brookwood South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Brookwood South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brookwood South area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Brookwood South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| 79 N 10th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Westwood Properties | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookwood South, CA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookwood South 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 Brookwood South 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 Brookwood South 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 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 716 North First Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 702 Vine St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 4th Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookwood South Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brookwood South?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brookwood South is at The Franciscan listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookwood South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookwood South Apartment is $1,240 at 164 S 10th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookwood South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookwood South is starting from $995 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Brookwood South Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brookwood South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,720.
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