
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foss Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,316 (56 Rentals)
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Foss, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foss?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foss Studio Apartments | $1,886 | $1,400 | $2,770 |
| Foss 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,699 | $2,799 |
| Foss 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $2,158 | $3,526 |
| Foss 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $2,380 | $3,098 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Foss Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Foss Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Foss area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa de Guadalupe priced from $1,521. 515 E WiLL has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,680. Here are the most affordable Foss apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa de Guadalupe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 2237 Luz Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,709 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foss, CA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foss area is the $1.52 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villa de Guadalupe in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $1,521. The second greatest value Foss apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,800 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foss apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa de Guadalupe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Foxdale | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foss Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Foss?
The cheapest apartment in Foss is Villa de Guadalupe which is listed at $1,521, while the average apartment in Foss costs $2,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Foss?
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 2 regular apartments in Foss 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 Foss?
Cheap apartments in Foss have an average cost of $684 which is $2,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Foss.
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