Cheap Homes for Rent in Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,500 (23 Rentals)

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Central San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,250. The Kelsey Ayer Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable Central San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,250
The Kelsey Ayer Station50% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Metropolitan Court Apartments1st Floor StudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
708 N 1st St1/11BR,1BA$1,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Jose, CA

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Jose area is the $3.13 price per square foot B1T Model at Avalon Morrison Park in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,055. The second greatest value Central San Jose apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Elements starting at $2,806 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Morrison ParkB1T2BR,2.5BA$3.13
ElementsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.26
Mosaic ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.26
VespaioA1 One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
Avalon on the AlamedaA2-UF1BR,1BA$3.51
Villa TorinoThe Roma BMR1BR,1BA$3.35
Meridian at MidtownB21BR,1BA$3.68
Modera San Pedro SquareA071BR,1BA$3.77
708 N 1st St1/11BR,1BA$3.27
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central San Jose, San Jose, CA

Ranked #50

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Jose

What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Jose?

There are currently 398 Apartments for Rent in Central San Jose, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $10,653. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Jose ranging from $2,500 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Jose?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Jose ranges from $2,500 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,721.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.