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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (36 Rentals)
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499 S 5th St
San JoseCA95112
67 S 8th St
San JoseCA95112
499 S 5th St
San JoseCA95112
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from $1,4601 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Willow Glen
465 Willow Glen WaySan Jose, CA 95125
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from $1,566Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vela Apartments
2358 Aum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
611 S 8th St
San JoseCA95112
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from $1,750Studio Apartment Available Jun 25
231 Laumer Ave, Unit The Sage Boho
231 Laumer AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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from $1,7591 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
440 S 10th St
San JoseCA95112
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from $1,850Studio Apartment Available Now
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio
3317 Kuykendall PlSan Jose, CA 95148
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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from $1,900Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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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 | $1,900 | $1,566 | $2,174 |
| East San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $1,200 | $4,645 |
| East San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,362 | $2,000 | $4,900 |
| East San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $2,211 | $4,200 |
| East San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,695 | $4,030 | $5,300 |
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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 The Village at Willow Glen priced from $1,460. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable East San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| Clayburn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Virginia Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,708 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Almaden 1930 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 134 Graham | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East San Jose, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the East San Jose area is the $3.12 price per square foot 133 E Reed St Model at 133 E Reed St, Unit 133 in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,300. The second greatest value East San Jose apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 E Reed St, Unit 133 | 133 E Reed St | 4BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Valley West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 1298 Shortridge Ave, Unit B | 1298 Shortridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Villa de Guadalupe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Best Local Schools in East San Jose, San Jose, CA
Lyndale Elementary
Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (301)
3 out of 10
Joseph George Middle
Alum Rock Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (390)
2 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 $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in East San Jose is The Village at Willow Glen which is listed at $1,460, while the average apartment in East San Jose costs $4,800.
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 4 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 $364 which is $4,436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East San Jose.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.