Cheap Homes for Rent in Clayton South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,300 (6 Rentals)

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Clayton South, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clayton South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clayton South 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 South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2,621

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton South, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton South 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 South apartment is the The Puerto Vallarta Model at San Marino starting at $3,255 with a $3.61 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Foxdale2x12BR,1BA$2.63
San MarinoThe Puerto Vallarta2BR,2BA$3.61
Avana San Jose2BD/1BA Plan B2BR,1BA$3.65
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.69
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio3317 Kuykendall PlStudio ,1BA$3.22
Vela Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clayton South

What type of rentals are currently available in Clayton South?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Clayton South, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,566 to $4,382. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clayton South ranging from $1,588 to $7,095.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clayton South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clayton South ranges from $1,588 to $7,095 with an average monthly rent of $4,334.

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