Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton North Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (25 Rentals)

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373-381 Gloria Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

373-381 Gloria Ave

373-381 Gloria AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Rosedale
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosedale

2820 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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484 Nordyke Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

484 Nordyke Dr

484 Nordyke DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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275 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

275 La Pala Dr

275 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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279 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

279 La Pala Dr

279 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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3035 Westboro Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

3035 Westboro Dr

3035 Westboro DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2752 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2752 Kollmar Dr

2752 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2748 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2748 Kollmar Dr

2748 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2710-2718 Kollmar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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264 N White Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

264 N White Rd

264 N White RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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271 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

271 La Pala Dr

271 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127

Clayton North, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton North Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clayton North area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,566. Villa Fairlane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Clayton North apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,366
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2,578
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,2BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton North, CA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton North area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Foxdale in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,780. The second greatest value Clayton North apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,800 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton North apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Foxdale2x12BR,1BA$2.63
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.61
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.93
3506 Lee Terrace Ct, Unit A3506 Lee Terrace Ct1BR,1BA$3.57
Vela Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Clayton North, San Jose, CA

Ranked #346

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Clayton North Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

20 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton North Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton North?

The cheapest apartment in Clayton North is Villa Fairlane which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Clayton North costs $2,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton North?

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 Clayton North 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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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