
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dairy Hill Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (53 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Dairy Hill area of San Jose.


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Almaden

Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes

Bella Villagio

3130 Rubino Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID1091

3045 Pearl Avenue

3106 Dakan

River Glen Mobile Park

3195 Pearl Ave
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2641 Carol Dr

811 Farm Dr

3196 Pearl Ave

3075 Pearl Ave

3114 Dakan Ct

Pearl Avenue Apartments

Mountain Shadows Mobile Home Park

786 Farm Dr

843 Farm Dr

804 Farm Dr
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794 Farm Dr

2681 Monterey Hwy

827 Hillsdale Ave

3097 Pearl Ave

2883 Old Almaden Rd

3141 Pearl Ave

2481 Skylark Dr

3163 Pearl Ave

2661-2667 Skylark Dr

2895 Old Almaden Rd
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798 Farm Dr

3105 Dakan Ct

787 Farm Dr

823 Farm Dr

790 Farm Dr

840 Farm Dr

3169 Dow Dr

832 Farm Dr

923 Ironwood Dr

3110 Dakan Ct
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2871 Old Almaden

792 Farm Dr

Almaden House

Villa Almaden Apartments

2445 Rinconada Dr

Las Ventanas

Curtner Studios

Hillview Glen Apartments

2939 Old Almaden Rd

Catalonia
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Dairy Hill, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dairy Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy Hill Studio Apartments | $2,224 | $2,224 | $2,224 |
| Dairy Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,013 | $2,637 | $3,670 |
| Dairy Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,219 | $2,595 | $4,400 |
| Dairy Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,563 | $3,500 | $3,595 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Dairy Hill Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Dairy Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dairy Hill area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Almaden priced from $2,172. Sofi Waterford Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,692. Here are the most affordable Dairy Hill apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almaden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,172 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,692 |
| Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes | A-2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
| Latitude 37 | 1x1F-977-p2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Vita | 2BR,1BA | $3,009 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3,306 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dairy Hill, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dairy Hill area is the $3.14 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,311. The second greatest value Dairy Hill apartment is the D-3X2 Model at Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes starting at $3,595 with a $3.52 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dairy Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes | D-3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Latitude 37 | 1x1F-977-p2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Vita | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Almaden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.03 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dairy Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dairy Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dairy Hill is under $3,306.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dairy Hill?
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 6 regular apartments in Dairy Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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