Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cinderella Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (20 Rentals)

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Pollard Plaza Apartment
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pollard Plaza Apartment

1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Brookwood Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brookwood Terrace

1346 E San Antonio StSan Jose, CA 95116
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Bella Castello
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Castello

570 Keyes StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
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515 E WiLL
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

515 E WiLL

515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Alum Rock Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Rose Garden Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Garden Apartments

3071 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Cinderella, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cinderella Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cinderella area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 515 E WiLL priced from $1,680. Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,759. Here are the most affordable Cinderella apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$1,680
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
Parkside Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,256
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$2,324

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cinderella, CA

As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cinderella area is the $2.49 price per square foot 7 Model at 515 E WiLL in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $1,680. The second greatest value Cinderella apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments starting at $1,759 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cinderella apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
ReNew Twenty50Mabury1BR,1BA$4.04
Sofi Berryessa1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$4.67
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.75
Parkside Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$4.17
LINQA1-AStudio ,1BA$4.76
283 McCreery Ave, Unit Studio283 McCreery AveStudio ,1BA$7.33

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cinderella, San Jose, CA

Ranked #319

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Cinderella Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cinderella Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cinderella?

The cheapest apartment in Cinderella is 515 E WiLL which is listed at $1,680, while the average apartment in Cinderella costs $7,362.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cinderella?

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 8 regular apartments in Cinderella 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

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

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.