
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Candlestick Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (51 Rentals)
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Candlestick, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Candlestick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candlestick Studio Apartments | $1,987 | $1,987 | $1,987 |
| Candlestick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,750 | $2,400 |
| Candlestick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,865 | $2,539 | $3,000 |
| Candlestick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,650 | $3,207 |
| Candlestick 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,829 | $3,567 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Candlestick Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Candlestick Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Candlestick area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppertree Apartments priced from $2,256. Foxdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,318. Here are the most affordable Candlestick apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,256 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $2,997 |
| Aviara | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3,894 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Candlestick, CA
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Candlestick area is the $3.49 price per square foot 3-Bedroom Model at Aviara in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,894. The second greatest value Candlestick apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,997 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Candlestick apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCandlestick, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Candlestick, San Jose, CA
Horace Cureton Elementary
Joseph George Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Candlestick Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Candlestick?
The cheapest apartment in Candlestick is Peppertree Apartments which is listed at $2,256, while the average apartment in Candlestick costs $7,829.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Candlestick?
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 12 regular apartments in Candlestick 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 Candlestick?
Cheap apartments in Candlestick have an average cost of $1,437 which is $6,392 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Candlestick.
Expert Rental Resources
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