
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the David Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (30 Rentals)
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Colonial House Apartments

David Avenue

Colonial Way Apartments

1005-1007 Ravenscourt Ave
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Coffeetree Apartments

The Commons

Pruneyard Apartments
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The Pines Apartments

River Walk Apartments

215 Union Ave
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David, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in David?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Studio Apartments | $2,960 | $1,995 | $3,655 |
| David 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,485 | $1,980 | $6,456 |
| David 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,375 | $2,261 | $7,652 |
| David 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,427 | $3,304 | $8,366 |
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Cheapest Available David Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the David area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 2080 Fruitdale Ave priced from $1,895. Regency & Lexington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,923. Here are the most affordable David apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2080 Fruitdale Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - a50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| The Commons | The Cornell | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | Hardwood Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| River Walk Apartments | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Palms at the Pruneyard | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Hacienda Hamilton | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in David, CA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the David area is the $3.56 price per square foot 2D 1,602 Model at Alvins Corner at Penny Lane in the in the West San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,700. The second greatest value David apartment is the The Western Model at West Park Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for David apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvins Corner at Penny Lane | 2D 1,602 | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| West Park Apartments | The Western | 3BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| The Franciscan | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Heritage Village | The Aristocrat | 2BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| The Parc at Pruneyard | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Village of Taxco | Jr. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | Basic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Palms at the Pruneyard | A1-R | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDavid, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for West Central San Jose. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap David Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in David?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in David is under $2,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in David?
The cheapest apartment in David is Regency & Lexington which is listed at $1,923, while the average apartment in David costs $4,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in David?
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 9 regular apartments in David 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 David?
Cheap apartments in David have an average cost of $655 which is $3,905 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in David.
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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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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!


















