
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dobern Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Dobern area of San Jose.


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Dobern, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dobern?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobern Studio Apartments | $2,516 | $1,437 | $2,941 |
| Dobern 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $1,759 | $3,543 |
| Dobern 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $2,400 | $3,792 |
| Dobern 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $2,807 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dobern Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Dobern Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dobern area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,437. 515 E WiLL has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,680. Here are the most affordable Dobern apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dobern, CA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dobern area is the $2.92 price per square foot 1601 E San Fernando St Model at 1601 E San Fernando St, Unit 1601 in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Dobern apartment is the 139 S 22nd St Model at 139 S 22nd St, Unit 139 starting at $2,650 with a $3.43 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dobern apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1601 E San Fernando St, Unit 1601 | 1601 E San Fernando St | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 139 S 22nd St, Unit 139 | 139 S 22nd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Foundry Commons | B2.1 (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 832 Jeanne Ave, Unit 1 | 832 Jeanne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dobern Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dobern?
The cheapest apartment in Dobern is 515 E WiLL which is listed at $1,680, while the average apartment in Dobern costs $3,153.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dobern?
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 7 regular apartments in Dobern that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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