
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brookwood South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Brookwood South area of San Jose.


Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia Ave

Vela Apartments

694 S Second St

The Kelsey Ayer Station

232 N 8th St

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

520-522 Madera Ave
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109 Duane St

511-523 E Reed St

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650 S 8th St

215 Oak St

Bella Castello

122 Graham Avenue Apartments

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Metro Gardens
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515 E WiLL

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603 S 1st St

Tamien Station

150 Graham Avenue Apartments

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Fourth St. Apartments

357 Willow Street

Metro Gardens
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39-0008

First Street Manor

742 S. 9th St. Apartments

Shiraz Senior Apartments

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The Ruckers Mansion

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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 | $2,576 | $1,250 | $3,695 |
| Brookwood South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $1,240 | $7,170 |
| Brookwood South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,894 | $2,435 | $8,371 |
| Brookwood South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $2,807 | $5,840 |
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There are currently 48 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 1 Bed unit found at 164 S 10th St priced from $1,240. Pensione Esperanza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Brookwood South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 215 Oak St | williams home | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookwood South, CA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookwood South area is the $3.13 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at 360 Residences in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,887. The second greatest value Brookwood South apartment is the 3X1 Model at Palm Court Apartments starting at $3,199 with a $2.64 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 Residences | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 3X1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 1601 E San Fernando St, Unit 1601 | 1601 E San Fernando St | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 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 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1 st Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 215 Oak St | williams home | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookwood South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brookwood South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brookwood South is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brookwood South?
The cheapest apartment in Brookwood South is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Brookwood South costs $4,156.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brookwood South?
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 40 regular apartments in Brookwood South 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 Brookwood South?
Cheap apartments in Brookwood South have an average cost of $861 which is $3,295 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brookwood South.
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