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Vitalia Apartments
3090 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Park West Apartments
1800 Bradford WaySan Jose, CA 95124
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Del Coronado Apartments
5255 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Blossom Hill Garden Apartments
1758-1762 Gilda WaySan Jose, CA 95124
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344 // Holly Oaks Apartments
5500 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Bascom House Apt
2520-2530 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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2307 Pauline Dr
2307 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Pauline Apartments
2306-2322 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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The Waverly at Campbell
2200 Curtner AveSan Jose, CA 95124
169 Budd Ave
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23 Fifty Bascom
2350 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Joseph Manor
2750 Joseph AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Cielo
200 Hollis AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Casa Vasona Garden Apartments
859 University AveLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Dry Creek Crossing
2388 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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107 Oak Rim CtLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Pruneyard Apartments
52 Michael DrCampbell, CA 95008
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The Pines Apartments
66-86 W Rincon AveCampbell, CA 95008
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West Glen
2265 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Campbell Square Apartments
240 Hollis AveCampbell, CA 95008
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The Cannery Apartments
501 W Hacienda AveCampbell, CA 95008
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2242 Curtner Apartments
2242 Curtner AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Union Manor
377 Union AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Valley Oaks Apartments
100 Oak Rim CtLos Gatos, CA 95032
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The Commons
275 Union AveCampbell, CA 95008
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710 Nido DrCampbell, CA 95008
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Farnam, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Farnam?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farnam Studio Apartments | $2,139 | $1,599 | $2,762 |
| Farnam 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $2,188 | $3,729 |
| Farnam 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,468 | $2,098 | $5,135 |
| Farnam 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,956 | $2,504 | $6,300 |
| Farnam 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,038 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Farnam Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Farnam area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vitalia Apartments priced from $1,599. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Farnam apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 23 Fifty Bascom | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,886 |
| Joseph Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Dry Creek Crossing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,098 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Commons | The Cornell | Studio,1BA | $2,279 |
| Cedar Glen | Pine Cone | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
| Newport Apartments | 0X1SA | Studio,1BA | $2,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Farnam, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Farnam area is the $3.36 price per square foot 3Bedroom Model at 100 Union Avenue Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Farnam apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Farnam apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 100 Union Avenue Apartments | 3Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Del Coronado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| San Jose Greens | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Four Twenty Union Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Cedar Glen | Pine Cone | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Casa Vasona Garden Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Dry Creek Crossing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
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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 $2,445.
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 $15,038.
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 12 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 $487 which is $14,551 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Farnam.
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