
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colony Green Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (30 Rentals)
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Colony Green, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colony Green?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Green Studio Apartments | $2,245 | $1,306 | $2,696 |
| Colony Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,032 | $1,438 | $4,390 |
| Colony Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,554 | $2,350 | $5,353 |
| Colony Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,360 | $3,575 | $5,179 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colony Green Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Colony Green Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colony Green area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $1,306. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Colony Green apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,335 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Bloomhurst | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Pearvale | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,808 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,866 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 726 | 1BR,1BA | $2,965 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3,034 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colony Green, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colony Green area is the $3.82 price per square foot Il Venetian Model at Villa Veneto at Palm Valley in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,367. The second greatest value Colony Green apartment is the Bella Vita Model at Bella Villagio starting at $3,189 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colony Green apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Veneto at Palm Valley | Il Venetian | 3BR,2BA | $3.82 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Vita | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Santa Palmia at Palm Valley | Il Greco | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Bloomhurst | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 726 | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Pearvale | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColony Green, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Colony Green, San Jose, CA
Frost (Earl) Elementary
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colony Green Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Colony Green?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Colony Green is under $3,142.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colony Green?
The cheapest apartment in Colony Green is Orchard Glen which is listed at $2,028, while the average apartment in Colony Green costs $4,349.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colony Green?
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 18 regular apartments in Colony Green that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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