Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (145 Rentals)

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24 Brooklyn Ave

San JoseCA95128

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The Grove
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$2,500 - $3,163
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The Grove

1919 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Maxwell at Bascom
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$2,866 - $6,097
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Maxwell at Bascom

1350 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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La Terraza
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$3,003 - $3,255
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La Terraza

470 Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
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Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Colonial, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Colonial Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek priced from $972. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here are the most affordable Colonial apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
23 Fifty BascomStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,886
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Campbell HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
The Aegena ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,025
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial, CA

As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Dry Creek Crossing in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Colonial apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Menden Manor starting at $2,895 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the West San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dry Creek Crossing3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$2.50
Menden Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.46
Boynton BrooksDown stairs unit1BR,1BA$2.86
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+Sequoia2BR,1BA$2.67
The Pines Apartments3bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2.99
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - L1BR,1BA$2.93
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.57
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colonial?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colonial is at Stevens Creek listed at $972.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonial Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonial Apartment is $1,036 at Stevens Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colonial Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colonial is starting from $1,233 at Stevens Creek.

What is the most affordable Colonial Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Colonial Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stevens Creek and starts from $1,460.

Expert Rental Resources

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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