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

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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Trestles Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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912 - 914 Delbert Way
Studio Apartments

912 - 914 Delbert Way

912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Miranda Village
Studio Apartments

Miranda Village

2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Brooks House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brooks House

655 Richmond AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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3137 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3137 Cadillac Dr

3137 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Capri Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

1921 The AlamedaSan Jose, CA 95126
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3200 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3200 Cadillac Dr

3200 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Woodland apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland apartments

1646 Davis StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Town House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Town House

1220 N Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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43 Lester Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 Lester Ave

43 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Driftwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

1390 Castlemont AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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2392 Sutter Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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155 Monroe St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

155 Monroe St

155 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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515 Saratoga Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

515 Saratoga Ave

515 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95050

Fruitdale Ruexford, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fruitdale Ruexford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fruitdale Ruexford area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,200. Page Street Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here are the most affordable Fruitdale Ruexford apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,627
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,980
David Avenuea601BR,1BA$1,995
Coffeetree ApartmentsRemodel StudioStudio,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale Ruexford, CA

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fruitdale Ruexford area is the $2.69 price per square foot 334 Santana Row Model at 334 Santana Row, Unit #300M in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Fruitdale Ruexford apartment is the 3 Bedroom House Model at The Pines Apartments starting at $4,225 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitdale Ruexford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
334 Santana Row, Unit #300M334 Santana Row2BR,2BA$2.69
The Pines Apartments3 Bedroom House3BR,1.5BA$2.92
Villa TorinoThe Capri2BR,2BA$2.75
Livorno SquareBernini2BR,1BA$2.88
1178 Francisco Ave, Unit 41178 Francisco Ave2BR,1BA$2.78
Arcadia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
2928 Magliocco Dr,1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.07
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.87
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fruitdale Ruexford, San Jose, CA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Jose, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Fruitdale Ruexford Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

74 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitdale Ruexford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford is at Pensione Esperanza listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fruitdale Ruexford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fruitdale Ruexford Apartment is $1,627 at The Dudley Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fruitdale Ruexford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford is starting from $2,499 at Regency & Lexington.

What is the most affordable Fruitdale Ruexford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fruitdale Ruexford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 100 Union Avenue Apartments and starts from $3,700.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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