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164 S 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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San JoseCA95112
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68 Pala Ave
San JoseCA95127
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715 E Saint John StSan Jose, CA 95112
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249 Pamela Ave, Unit 4
249 Pamela AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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420 S Third StSan Jose, CA 95112
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305 San Antonio CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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1501 Almaden ExpySan Jose, CA 95125
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1930 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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2550 S King RdSan Jose, CA 95122
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463 Wooster AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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San JoseCA95127
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1050 Summerside DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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2358 Aum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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1935 Kinross Way
San JoseCA95122
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Country Club Villa
3246 Cortese CirSan Jose, CA 95127
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Windy Hill Apartments
439-441 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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San Marino
2175 Aborn RdSan Jose, CA 95121
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3571 Pleasant Echo Dr
San JoseCA95148
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San JoseCA95127
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2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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1543 Ambergrove DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
1410 Sanborn Ave
San JoseCA95110
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1798 Morrill Ave, Unit Studio
1798 Morrill AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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780 S 11th St, Unit 17
780 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
551 Lewis Rd
San JoseCA95111
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1900 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Gadberry Courts Apartments
2555 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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1640 Hermocilla WaySan Jose, CA 95116
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1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Brookwood Terrace
1346 E San Antonio StSan Jose, CA 95116
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650 S 8th St
650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Bella Castello
570 Keyes StSan Jose, CA 95112
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122 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments
2605 La Hacienda CtSan Jose, CA 95127
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Arbor Terraces
2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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515 E WiLL
515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Clayburn Apartments
67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Alum Rock Apartments
1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Delano Apartments
272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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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 |
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| East San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,586 | $1,400 | $3,720 |
| East San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,777 | $1,240 | $6,750 |
| East San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,313 | $2,158 | $8,500 |
| East San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $2,380 | $3,325 |
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Cheapest Available East San Jose Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 164 S 10th St priced from $1,240. The Franciscan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable East San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| The Franciscan | Room 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,709 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| 79 N 10th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Jose, CA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East San Jose 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 East San Jose 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 East San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
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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Best Local Schools in East San Jose, San Jose, CA
Lyndale Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (275)
3 out of 10
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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 $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in East San Jose is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in East San Jose costs $3,292.
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 9 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 $595 which is $2,697 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East San Jose.
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