
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fruitdale College Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (44 Rentals)
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Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia Ave

1445 Fruitdale Ave

875 Northrup St

816 Opal Dr

Glen Eyrie Apartments

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109 Duane St

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Regency & Lexington

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357 Willow Street

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2069 Radio Ave

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43 Lester Ave

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23 Fifty Bascom

Valley Village Retirement Community

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Fruitdale College, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fruitdale College?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitdale College Studio Apartments | $2,702 | $1,018 | $3,763 |
| Fruitdale College 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,182 | $1,071 | $6,518 |
| Fruitdale College 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,134 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
| Fruitdale College 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $1,464 | $7,822 |
| Fruitdale College 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,103 | $4,899 | $7,130 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fruitdale College Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Fruitdale College Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fruitdale College area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 23 Fifty Bascom priced from $1,018. Pensione Esperanza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Fruitdale College apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Fifty Bascom | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,018 |
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,934 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 US | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | Hardwood Floor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale College, CA
As of February 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fruitdale College area is the $3.31 price per square foot B4 Two Bedroom Model at Vespaio in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,463. The second greatest value Fruitdale College apartment is the 3 beds 1.5 bath Model at 327 Willow St starting at $2,675 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitdale College apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vespaio | B4 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 327 Willow St | 3 beds 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| West Park Apartments | The Western | 3BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Central Park Apartments | Standard Broadway | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 787 The Alameda | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Willow Creek | One Bedroom One Bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | Basic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitdale College Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fruitdale College?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fruitdale College is under $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fruitdale College?
The cheapest apartment in Fruitdale College is 23 Fifty Bascom which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Fruitdale College costs $6,030.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fruitdale College?
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 47 regular apartments in Fruitdale College 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 Fruitdale College?
Cheap apartments in Fruitdale College have an average cost of $501 which is $5,529 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fruitdale College.
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