
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Centerwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (18 Rentals)
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Centerwood, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Centerwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Centerwood Studio Apartments | $1,877 | $1,750 | $2,161 |
Centerwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $2,306 | $3,050 |
Centerwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,022 | $2,757 | $5,099 |
Centerwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $3,207 | $3,207 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Centerwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Centerwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Centerwood area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Lion Villas priced from $1,850. Foxdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,324. Here are the most affordable Centerwood apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lion Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,324 |
The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $2,579 |
San Marino | The Puerto Vallarta | 2BR,2BA | $2,731 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centerwood, CA
As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Centerwood area is the $3.03 price per square foot The Puerto Vallarta Model at San Marino in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,731. The second greatest value Centerwood apartment is the The Atherton Model at The Carlyle starting at $2,579 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Centerwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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San Marino | The Puerto Vallarta | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio | 3317 Kuykendall Pl | Studio ,1BA | $3.04 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
Lion Villas | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenterwood, San Jose, CA
Ranked #441
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Centerwood Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 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 Centerwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Centerwood?
The cheapest apartment in Centerwood is Foxdale which is listed at $2,324, while the average apartment in Centerwood costs $3,207.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Centerwood?
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 3 regular apartments in Centerwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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