Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dry Creek Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (84 Rentals)

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Maxwell at Bascom
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$2,916 - $10,130
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Maxwell at Bascom

1350 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Turnleaf Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turnleaf Apartments

3201 Loma Verde DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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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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3200 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3200 Cadillac Dr

3200 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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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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Driftwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

1390 Castlemont 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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Pauline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pauline Apartments

2306-2322 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Cherry Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Creek Apartments

2020 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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1235 Leigh Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1235 Leigh Apartments

1235 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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928 Ravenscourt
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928 Ravenscourt

928 Ravenscourt AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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1860 Southwest Expy
2 Bedroom Apartments

1860 Southwest Expy

1860 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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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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Dry Creek, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 $1,700. Here are the most affordable Dry Creek apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
23 Fifty BascomStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,886
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Campbell HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
The Cedars StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,075
David AvenueOne Bedroom - 60% AMI1BR,1BA$2,075
Dry Creek Crossing2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,098
The CommonsThe CornellStudio,1BA$2,177

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dry Creek, CA

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dry Creek area is the $3.02 price per square foot B1-R Model at Palms at the Pruneyard in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,978. The second greatest value Dry Creek apartment is the 2Bedroom Model at 100 Union Avenue Apartments starting at $3,395 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dry Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palms at the PruneyardB1-R2BR,1BA$3.02
100 Union Avenue Apartments2Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.54
Creekside ApartmentsPlan C2BR,1BA$3.56
Shelter Creek2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.19
Regency & LexingtonLexington - b602BR,1BA$3.64
The Pines Apartments3bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2.99
West Park ApartmentsThe Southern1BR,1BA$3.36
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Pruneyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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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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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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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $2,177.

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 $10,684.

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 17 regular apartments in Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek?

Cheap apartments in Dry Creek have an average cost of $726 which is $9,958 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dry Creek.

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.