
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cinderella Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,316 (40 Rentals)
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Cinderella, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cinderella?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinderella Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $1,700 | $2,765 |
| Cinderella 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,699 | $3,588 |
| Cinderella 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,682 | $2,158 | $3,000 |
| Cinderella 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $2,380 | $3,098 |
| Cinderella 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,375 | $4,375 | $4,375 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cinderella Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 - 55 years+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Cinderella apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| 2237 Luz Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
| Lion Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,161 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cinderella, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cinderella area is the $3.00 price per square foot 4x1.5 Model at Foxdale in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,753. The second greatest value Cinderella apartment is the A8 Model at LINQ starting at $3,573 with a $3.79 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxdale | 4x1.5 | 4BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| LINQ | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Mabury | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| Lion Villas | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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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 $2,496.
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 1 regular apartments in Cinderella 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 Cinderella?
Cheap apartments in Cinderella have an average cost of $849 which is $1,647 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cinderella.
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