
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairgrounds Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (91 Rentals)
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Brickyard Place

1334 Crucero

1376 Tami Lee

1741-1795 Welch Avenue

1417 Dubert

1753 Welch

The Williams Apartments

601 S 9th St

1425 Dubert Ln
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1415 Tami Lee Dr

Marina Hall

1435 Carnelian Dr

440 S 11th St

1702 Bevin Brook Dr

1344 Crucero Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

1424 Carnelian Dr

1339 Crucero Dr

1322 Carnelian Dr
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1399 Tami Lee Dr

661 Nordale Ave

RR Apartments

1339 Carnelian Dr

1324 Crucero Dr

630 S 8th St

1795 Rock Spring Dr

547 S 11th St

351-353 S 11th St

1408 Dubert Ln
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1380 Carnelian Dr

399 S 12th St

1351 Carnelian Dr

1779 Welch Ave

Crestwood Maror

1430 Tamilee Dr

1168 S 6th St

825 Jeanne Ave

1780 Welch Ave

1441 Dubert Ln
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1016 Summerplace Dr

1352 Dubert Ln

1440 Dubert Ln

752 S 9th St

1360 Tami Lee Dr

528 S 10th St

515 E WiLL

411 S 11th St

1371 Carnelian Dr

1134 S 6th St
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Fairgrounds, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairgrounds?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairgrounds 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $1,975 | $2,809 |
| Fairgrounds 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $2,450 | $3,292 |
| Fairgrounds 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 91 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairgrounds Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Fairgrounds Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairgrounds area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 515 E WiLL priced from $1,680. 625 S 11th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Fairgrounds apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Foundry Commons | B2.1 (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $2,724 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairgrounds, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairgrounds 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 Fairgrounds apartment is the B2.1 (1x1) Model at Foundry Commons starting at $2,724 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairgrounds apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Foundry Commons | B2.1 (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 832 Jeanne Ave, Unit 1 | 832 Jeanne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairgrounds Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairgrounds Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairgrounds is starting from $2,590 at Stonebridge Apartments.
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