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Fruitdale, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fruitdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fruitdale area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,582. Here are the most affordable Fruitdale apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,582
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Glen Eyrie ApartmentsGlen Eyrie StudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fruitdale area is the $3.00 price per square foot 3685 Cape Cod Ct Model at 3685 Cape Cod Ct, Unit 01 in the in the West San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Fruitdale apartment is the Fifth Ave-Remodel Model at Central Park Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3685 Cape Cod Ct, Unit 013685 Cape Cod Ct3BR,2BA$3.00
Central Park ApartmentsFifth Ave-Remodel3BR,2BA$3.21
Avalon Morrison ParkB1T2BR,2.5BA$3.18
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.90
Redwood Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$3.03
Oliva ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.08
Willow Creekwc_A2DR1BR,1BA$3.23
Golden Oaks Apartment2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.10
2080 Fruitdale Ave1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.20
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fruitdale, San Jose, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fruitdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Fruitdale?

There are currently 1694 Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,004 to $17,074. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fruitdale ranging from $900 to $10,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fruitdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fruitdale ranges from $900 to $10,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,906.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fruitdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fruitdale range from $1,464 to $8,681, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,024.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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