Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Doerr Steindorf Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (68 Rentals)

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$2,900

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1797 Bradford Way
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991 Wren Dr, Unit Unit02
$3,030
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991 Wren DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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3137 Cadillac Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3137 Cadillac Dr

3137 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Oak Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Apartments

5055 Dent AveSan Jose, CA 95118
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Park Branham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Branham

1520 Branham LnSan Jose, CA 95118
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2069 Radio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2069 Radio AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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2445 Rinconada Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2445 Rinconada Dr

2445 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Driftwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

1390 Castlemont AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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David Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

David Avenue

3080 David AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Bascom House Apt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bascom House Apt

2520-2530 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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2307 Pauline Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2307 Pauline Dr

2307 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Pauline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pauline Apartments

2306-2322 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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The Glens Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Glens Apartments

1514-1515-1533 Alta Glen DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Union Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Park Apartments

1977 Heimgartner LnSan Jose, CA 95124
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Doerr Steindorf, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Doerr Steindorf Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Doerr Steindorf area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vitalia Apartments priced from $1,599. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Doerr Steindorf apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
AlmadenStudioStudio,1BA$1,899
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,075
Cherry Creek1BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2,090
David AvenueOne Bedroom - 60% AMI1BR,1BA$2,095
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700
Cherrywood ApartmentsThe Barberry1BR,2BA$2,755

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Doerr Steindorf, CA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Doerr Steindorf area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Dry Creek Crossing in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,549. The second greatest value Doerr Steindorf apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Four Twenty Union Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Doerr Steindorf apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dry Creek Crossing3x23BR,2BA$2.96
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.40
100 Union Avenue Apartments2Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.57
Cedar GlenJuniper2BR,2BA$3.79
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Los Gatos LandingThe Vista1BR,1BA$4.05
337 Kuehnis Dr, Unit 337 Kuehnis Drive337 Kuehnis Dr1BR,1BA$3.29
Cherry Creek1BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$3.22
Shelter Creek1BR/!BA1BR,1BA$3.65
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.99

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Doerr Steindorf, San Jose, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Doerr Steindorf Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Doerr Steindorf?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Doerr Steindorf is at Vitalia Apartments listed at $1,599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Doerr Steindorf Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Doerr Steindorf Apartment is $2,028 at Almaden.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Doerr Steindorf Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Doerr Steindorf is starting from $2,610 at Colonial House Apartments.

What is the most affordable Doerr Steindorf Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Doerr Steindorf Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dry Creek Crossing and starts from $3,549.

Expert Rental Resources

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