
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Northside Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

455 E St John St

Metropolitan Court Apartments

Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community

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East Northside, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Northside Studio Apartments | $2,578 | $1,566 | $3,356 |
| East Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,010 | $1,750 | $3,740 |
| East Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,739 | $2,595 | $4,527 |
| East Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,652 | $3,599 | $6,079 |
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Cheapest Available East Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Northside area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Kelsey Ayer Station priced from $1,566. Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,759. Here are the most affordable East Northside apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Northside, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Northside area is the $2.25 price per square foot 455 Washington St Model at 455 Washington St, Unit A in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,599. The second greatest value East Northside apartment is the 2 Bedroom B Model at Sofi Berryessa starting at $3,174 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 455 Washington St, Unit A | 455 Washington St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| The Esplanade | Balmoral | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Pavona Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Mio | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st Floor Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 80% AMI Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Northside, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Northside Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
89 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Northside is under $2,879.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Northside?
The cheapest apartment in East Northside is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in East Northside costs $4,329.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Northside?
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 13 regular apartments in East Northside 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 East Northside?
Cheap apartments in East Northside have an average cost of $878 which is $3,451 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Northside.
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