Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dovehill Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (44 Rentals)

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Casa Real Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Real Apartments

2580 Fontaine RdSan Jose, CA 95121
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The Carlyle
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlyle

2909 Nieman BlvdSan Jose, CA 95148
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Country Hills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Hills

124 Rancho DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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1408 Dubert Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1408 Dubert Ln

1408 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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3159-3161 Locke Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3159-3161 Locke Dr

3159-3161 Locke DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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458 Lewis Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

458 Lewis Rd

458 Lewis RdSan Jose, CA 95111

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1409 Dubert Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1409 Dubert Ln

1409 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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1399 Tami Lee Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1399 Tami Lee Dr

1399 Tami Lee DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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Timberwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Timberwood Apartments

3903 Seven Trees BlvdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Renascent Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Renascent Place

2450 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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San Jose Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

San Jose Apartments

1500 Cunningham AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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3167 Locke Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3167 Locke Dr

3167 Locke DrSan Jose, CA 95111

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1425 Dubert Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1425 Dubert Ln

1425 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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2664 Senter Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2664 Senter Rd

2664 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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1441 Dubert Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1441 Dubert Ln

1441 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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1360 Tami Lee Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1360 Tami Lee Dr

1360 Tami Lee DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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1352 Dubert Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1352 Dubert Ln

1352 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122

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1440 Dubert Ln
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1440 Dubert Ln

1440 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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1417 Dubert
2 Bedroom Apartments

1417 Dubert

1417 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122
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1376 Tami Lee
Studio Apartments

1376 Tami Lee

1376 Tami Lee DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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1430 Tamilee Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1430 Tamilee Dr

1430 Tamilee DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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1406 Tami Lee Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1406 Tami Lee Dr

1406 Tami Lee DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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Lucretia Gardens
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lucretia Gardens

2034 Lucretia AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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64 Rancho Dr
Studio Apartments

64 Rancho Dr

64 Rancho DrSan Jose, CA 95111

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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39-55 Rancho Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

39-55 Rancho Dr

39-55 Rancho DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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1640 Crucero Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1640 Crucero Dr

1640 Crucero DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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1448 Dubert Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1448 Dubert Ln

1448 Dubert LnSan Jose, CA 95122

Dovehill, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dovehill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dovehill area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Orchard Glen priced from $1,749. The Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,965. Here are the most affordable Dovehill apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orchard GlenStudio - 60%Studio,1BA$1,749
The Woods ApartmentsSycamoreStudio,1BA$1,965
Avana San Jose1 BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2,427
The CarlyleThe Atherton1BR,1BA$2,577
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2,590
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2,635
San MarinoThe Seville2BR,2BA$3,393

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dovehill, CA

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dovehill area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Dovehill apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dovehill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
San MarinoThe Puerto Vallarta2BR,2BA$4.12
The CarlyleThe Atherton1BR,1BA$3.39
Avana San Jose1 BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.97
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio3317 Kuykendall PlStudio ,1BA$3.04
The Woods ApartmentsSunflowerStudio ,1BA$5.46
Orchard GlenStudio - 60%Studio ,1BA$4.54

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

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dovehill, San Jose, CA

Ranked #237

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Dovehill Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dovehill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dovehill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dovehill is under $3,393.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dovehill?

The cheapest apartment in Dovehill is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Dovehill costs $3,575.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dovehill?

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 Dovehill 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 Dovehill?

Cheap apartments in Dovehill have an average cost of $404 which is $3,171 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dovehill.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.