Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Commodore Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (19 Rentals)

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Miraido Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miraido Village

520-566 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112

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Brookwood Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Brookwood Terrace

1346 E San Antonio StSan Jose, CA 95116
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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Alum Rock Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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First Street Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

First Street Manor

523-530 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Tao Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tao Apartments

544 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112

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Commodore, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Commodore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Commodore area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments priced from $1,759. 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Commodore apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Parkside Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,440
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,569

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Commodore, CA

As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Commodore area is the $2.97 price per square foot Regent Model at The Esplanade in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,439. The second greatest value Commodore apartment is the TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft Model at Exhibit at J Town Apartments starting at $4,750 with a $3.43 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Commodore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EsplanadeRegent3BR,3BA$2.97
Exhibit at J Town ApartmentsTC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft3BR,2BA$3.43
708 N 1st St3 Bd 1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$2.05
Palm Court Apartments3X13BR,1BA$2.73
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67
Vendome PlaceUnit 62BR,2BA$3.48
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.22
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.51
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
Parkside Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Commodore, San Jose, CA

Ranked #175

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Commodore, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Commodore Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Commodore?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Commodore is under $2,674.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Commodore?

The cheapest apartment in Commodore is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in Commodore costs $4,482.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Commodore?

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 2 regular apartments in Commodore 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 Commodore?

Cheap apartments in Commodore have an average cost of $232 which is $4,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Commodore.

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.