
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dry Creek Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (85 Rentals)
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Park West Apartments

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Colonial House Apartments

Cherry Creek

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San Jose Greens

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4787 Hatfield Walkway, Unit 1

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Maxwell at Bascom

Village of Taxco

1505-1507 Lincoln Ave

Turnleaf Apartments
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Park Branham

2069 Radio Ave

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David Avenue

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The Waverly at Campbell

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928 Ravenscourt

1860 Southwest Expy

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1104 Delna Manor Ln

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Joseph Manor

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The Cedars Studio

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337 Kuehnis Dr, Unit 337 Kuehnis Drive

Cielo

Cedar Glen

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Pebble Creek
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Dry Creek, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dry Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Creek Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $1,599 | $3,469 |
| Dry Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $2,075 | $4,690 |
| Dry Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,864 | $2,545 | $6,144 |
| Dry Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,774 | $2,995 | $5,509 |
| Dry Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,687 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 85 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dry Creek Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Dry Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Joseph Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| David Avenue | One Bedroom - 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Plum Orchard Apartments | Floorplan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dry Creek, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Campbell West Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the West San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dry Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Creek Crossing | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Campbell West Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
| Four Twenty Union Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| The Pines Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.33 |
| 100 Union Avenue Apartments | 2Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 337 Kuehnis Dr, Unit 337 Kuehnis Drive | 337 Kuehnis Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dry Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dry Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dry Creek is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dry Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Dry Creek is Colonial House Apartments which is listed at $2,075, while the average apartment in Dry Creek costs $14,687.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dry Creek?
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 Dry Creek that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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