
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Croydon Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (127 Rentals)
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Cherrywood Apartments

Almaden Lake Village

Bell Almaden

One Pearl Place

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Avana Almaden

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Village Green Apartments

Park West Apartments

1807 Bradford Way

5678 Via Monte Dr
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1588 Blossom Hill

1641 Merrill

1797 Bradford Way

1793 Bradford Way

5835 El Zuparko Dr

4989 Edgar Ct

4921 Canto Dr

5653 Via Monte Dr

5724 Tucson Dr

1651-1653 Merriton Ct
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4915 Canto Dr

5730 ABCD Tucson Dr

856 Canfield Ct

1122 Mesa Dr

1738 Ross Cor

5718 Tucson Dr

5590 Clovercrest Dr

5860 El Zuparko Dr

5743 Via Monte Dr

5621 Hoffman Ct
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5851 El Zuparko Dr

5601 Hoffman Ct

1808 Donna Ln

5714 Via Monte Dr

5747 Almaden Rd

5683 Tucson Dr

5710 Tucson Dr

5718 Via Monte Dr

5895 El Dori Dr

868 Canfield Ct
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1175 Mesa Dr

1791 Bradford Way

5693 Almaden Expy

5440 Dellwood Way

5876-5878 Dori Dr

5567-5569 Thornwood Dr

5650 Hoffman Ct

1150 Mesa Dr

5734 Tucson Dr

5654 Hoffman Ct
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Croydon, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Croydon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon Studio Apartments | $2,389 | $1,700 | $3,646 |
| Croydon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $1,995 | $3,731 |
| Croydon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,534 | $2,600 | $4,460 |
| Croydon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,946 | $3,435 | $10,000+ |
| Croydon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,421 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Croydon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Croydon area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Park West Apartments priced from $1,700. Cherrywood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,265. Here are the most affordable Croydon apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,265 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $2,576 |
| Almaden Lake Village | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,778 |
| Del Coronado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,788 |
| Village Green Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,824 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,016 |
| Avana Almaden | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3,036 |
| One Pearl Place | Nice | 1BR,1BA | $3,223 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Croydon, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Croydon area is the $2.73 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Del Coronado Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,788. The second greatest value Croydon apartment is the St Tropez Model at One Pearl Place starting at $3,368 with a $4.21 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Croydon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Coronado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| One Pearl Place | St Tropez | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Avana Almaden | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Almaden Lake Village | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio ,1BA | $5.24 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Croydon Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Croydon?
The cheapest apartment in Croydon is Cherrywood Apartments which is listed at $2,455, while the average apartment in Croydon costs $13,090.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Croydon?
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 Croydon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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