
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (62 Rentals)


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164 S 10th St

The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only

960 S 6th St, Unit 1

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

249 Pamela Ave, Unit 7

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1020 Fourier Dr, Unit Upstairs, Unit Upstairs

Parkside Terrace

617 S 9th St

295 Stonegate Cir, Unit Perfectly Located, Unit Perfectly Located
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1416 Rue Avati

3133 Teddington Dr

Valley West Apartments

Almaden

220 Pamela Ave, Unit 2

Vela Apartments

439 S 4th St, Unit 23

Lion Villas

Country Club Villa

Peppertree Apartments
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San Marino

ReNew Twenty50

Paseo Senter

Willow Pointe

Gadberry Courts Apartments

Brookwood Terrace

650 S 8th St

Bella Castello

Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments

Pollard Plaza Apartment
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community

Arbor Terraces

515 E WiLL

150 Graham Avenue Apartments

Delano Apartments

Fourth St. Apartments

Metro Gardens

Rose Garden Apartments

Reed Apartments

McKee Apartments
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742 S. 9th St. Apartments

Corde Terra Senior

Shiraz Senior Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

Jackson Place Apartments

Ashworth Apartments

Fourth Street Apartments

670-686 S. 8th

625 S 11th St

Villa Fairlane
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East San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,158 | $1,437 | $3,810 |
East San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $1,000 | $4,390 |
| East San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $2,537 | $4,775 |
| East San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,433 | $2,807 | $4,280 |
| East San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,577 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast San Jose, San Jose, CA
Ranked #94
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East San Jose, San Jose, CA
Lyndale Elementary
Joseph George Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East San Jose is under $1,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in East San Jose is Summercrest Villas which is listed at $976, while the average apartment in East San Jose costs $14,577.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East San Jose?
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 25 regular apartments in East San Jose 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 San Jose?
Cheap apartments in East San Jose have an average cost of $814 which is $13,763 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East San Jose.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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.

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.