
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Erikson Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
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3188 Heather Ridge Dr, Unit Spare Room

Del Coronado Apartments

The Woods Apartments

Cherrywood Apartments
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5744 Via Monte Dr, Unit 5744 Via Monte Dr. C

5635 Hoffman Ct

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View at Blossom Hill

5613 Hoffman Ct, Unit A

One Pearl Place
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Bella Villagio

Avalon Willow Glen

794 Blossom Hill Rd, Unit 4

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Oak Park Apartments
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Ohlone Chynoweth Commons

Park Branham

1201 Blossom Hill Apartments

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Erikson, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Erikson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erikson Studio Apartments | $2,321 | $1,795 | $2,696 |
| Erikson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $2,188 | $4,997 |
| Erikson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,579 | $2,550 | $4,907 |
| Erikson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,098 | $3,295 | $4,772 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Erikson Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Erikson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Erikson area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Woods Apartments priced from $2,295. Cherrywood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,465. Here are the most affordable Erikson apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,465 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,472 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C AFF | 1BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Cielo + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,767 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3,009 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3,015 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,072 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 796 | 1BR,1BA | $3,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erikson, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erikson area is the $3.41 price per square foot Bella Vita Model at Bella Villagio in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,989. The second greatest value Erikson apartment is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes starting at $3,009 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erikson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Villagio | Bella Vita | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 808 | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| 5744 Via Monte Dr, Unit 5744 Via Monte Dr. Unit C | 5744 Via Monte Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| One Pearl Place | Nice | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 2x1 A AFF | 2BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio ,1BA | $5.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleErikson, San Jose, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Erikson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Erikson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Erikson is under $3,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Erikson?
The cheapest apartment in Erikson is The Woods Apartments which is listed at $2,425, while the average apartment in Erikson costs $3,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Erikson?
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 23 regular apartments in Erikson 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 Erikson?
Cheap apartments in Erikson have an average cost of $528 which is $3,391 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Erikson.
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