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163 Gifford AveSan Jose, CA 95110
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fruitdale Ruexford Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (45 Rentals)
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$1,250 - $1,319Studio Apartments Available Now
Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
598 Columbia Ave
San JoseCA95126
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$1,850 - $2,995Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sycamore Park
398 Boynton AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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$1,923 - $3,3041 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Regency & Lexington
1315 Eden AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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$1,945 - $2,495Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Moorpark Garden Apartments
2966 Moorpark AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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$1,980 - $2,6101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Colonial House Apartments
3052 Colonial WaySan Jose, CA 95128
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Bascom Holiday Apartments
1260 N Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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$1,995 - $2,7801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 7, 2026
David Avenue
3080 David AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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$1,810 - $2,350Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Valley Village Retirement Community
390 N Winchester BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Coffeetree Apartments
600 Marathon DrCampbell, CA 95008
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Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)
76 N Winchester BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Fruitdale Ruexford, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitdale Ruexford Studio Apartments | $2,665 | $1,250 | $3,655 |
| Fruitdale Ruexford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $1,100 | $8,070 |
| Fruitdale Ruexford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,957 | $2,205 | $10,000+ |
| Fruitdale Ruexford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,872 | $3,304 | $8,921 |
| Fruitdale Ruexford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,099 | $4,899 | $7,124 |
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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 $1,250. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,687. Here are the most affordable Fruitdale Ruexford apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| Glen Eyrie Apartments | Glen Eyrie Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - a50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| 43 Lester Ave | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Bundy Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 US | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale Ruexford, CA
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fruitdale Ruexford area is the $3.05 price per square foot The Western Model at West Park Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Fruitdale Ruexford apartment is the Fifth Ave-Remodel Model at Central Park Apartments starting at $3,375 with a $3.01 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| West Park Apartments | The Western | 3BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Central Park Apartments | Fifth Ave-Remodel | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Patina at Midtown | Coral | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Avalon Morrison Park | B1T | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.12 |
| Le Parc | Nice | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 480 California St, Unit 4 | 480 California St | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Sycamore Park | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | Basic 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitdale Ruexford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fruitdale Ruexford is under $2,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford?
The cheapest apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford is The Dudley Apartments which is listed at $1,687, while the average apartment in Fruitdale Ruexford costs $6,024.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fruitdale Ruexford?
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 48 regular apartments in Fruitdale Ruexford 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 Ruexford?
Cheap apartments in Fruitdale Ruexford have an average cost of $486 which is $5,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fruitdale Ruexford.
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