Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Farnam Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (69 Rentals)

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Holly Oaks Apartments
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Holly Oaks Apartments

5500 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Bascom House Apt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bascom House Apt

2520-2530 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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2307 Pauline Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2307 Pauline Dr

2307 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Pauline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pauline Apartments

2306-2322 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Union Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Park Apartments

1977 Heimgartner LnSan Jose, CA 95124
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Aventino
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$3,334 - $8,157
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Aventino

200 Winchester CirLos Gatos, CA 95032
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West Glen
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Glen

2265 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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The Cannery Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cannery Apartments

501 W Hacienda AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Farnam, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Farnam Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Farnam area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Dry Creek Crossing priced from $1,272. Vitalia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here are the most affordable Farnam apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dry Creek Crossing2x12BR,1BA$1,272
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
23 Fifty BascomStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,695
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Pruneyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,200
Twelve Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,495
The CommonsThe CornellStudio,1BA$2,739
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,822

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Farnam, CA

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Farnam area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Farnam apartment is the 3Bedroom Model at 100 Union Avenue Apartments starting at $4,020 with a $3.38 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Farnam apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake Vasona Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
100 Union Avenue Apartments3Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.38
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.51
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.14
Campbell Plaza Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.33
1657 Merrill Dr, Unit C1657 Merrill Dr2BR,1BA$3.00
Twelve Oaks Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.33
Pruneyard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Dry Creek Crossing1x11BR,1BA$3.72

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Farnam Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Farnam?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Farnam is under $2,822.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Farnam?

The cheapest apartment in Farnam is Vitalia Apartments which is listed at $2,190, while the average apartment in Farnam costs $12,298.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Farnam?

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 6 regular apartments in Farnam 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 Farnam?

Cheap apartments in Farnam have an average cost of $437 which is $11,861 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Farnam.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.