Cheap Homes for Rent in East Valley Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,300 (5 Rentals)

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East Valley, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Valley area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,566. Clayburn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Clayburn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Valley 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 Valley 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 Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Foxdale2x12BR,1BA$2.63
Valley West ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.46
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Aviara2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.56
San MarinoThe Puerto Vallarta2BR,2BA$3.55
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Avana San Jose2BD/1BA Plan A2BR,1BA$3.34
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio3317 Kuykendall PlStudio ,1BA$3.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in East Valley?

There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in East Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,566 to $4,500. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Valley ranging from $2,395 to $7,095.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Valley ranges from $2,395 to $7,095 with an average monthly rent of $4,629.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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