
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East West Citadel Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (29 Rentals)
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163 Gifford Ave, Unit D

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164 S 10th St

Vela Apartments

694 S Second St

617 S 9th St

The Kelsey Ayer Station
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232 N 8th St

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520-522 Madera Ave

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515 E WiLL

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603 S 1st St

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E Empire - Owner Notify - Rent Control-DT

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East West Citadel, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East West Citadel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East West Citadel Studio Apartments | $2,581 | $1,437 | $3,695 |
| East West Citadel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,137 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| East West Citadel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| East West Citadel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,492 | $2,807 | $5,790 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East West Citadel Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available East West Citadel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East West Citadel area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 164 S 10th St priced from $1,240. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable East West Citadel 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 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 4th Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East West Citadel, CA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East West Citadel area is the $3.20 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at 360 Residences in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,967. The second greatest value East West Citadel apartment is the Plan 2A + Loft Townhome Model at The Esplanade starting at $3,819 with a $3.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East West Citadel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 Residences | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| The Esplanade | Plan 2A + Loft Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 3X1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 1601 E San Fernando St, Unit 1601 | 1601 E San Fernando St | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Marquis | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East West Citadel Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East West Citadel?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East West Citadel is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East West Citadel?
The cheapest apartment in East West Citadel is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in East West Citadel costs $4,584.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East West Citadel?
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 38 regular apartments in East West Citadel 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 West Citadel?
Cheap apartments in East West Citadel have an average cost of $857 which is $3,727 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East West Citadel.
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