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399 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Great Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (27 Rentals)
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5486 Colony Field Dr
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4728 Mendoza Ave, Unit Studio, Unit Studio
4728 Mendoza AveSan Jose, CA 95111
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Orchard Glen
3975 Seven Trees BlvdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Charlotte Park Apartments
5875 Charlotte DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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Thornbridge
5210 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95111
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4666 Tango Way, Unit 2, Unit 2
4666 Tango WaySan Jose, CA 95111
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Blossom Oaks Apartments
229 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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The Woods Apartments
4300 The Woods DrSan Jose, CA 95136
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Orchard Park Apartments
5635 Blossom Gardens CirSan Jose, CA 95123
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ViO
5700 Village Oaks DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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Blossom Hill
5480 Lean AveSan Jose, CA 95123
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Terra House Apartments
4501 Snell AveSan Jose, CA 95136
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La Moraga Apartments
5822 Charlotte DrSan Jose, CA 95123
551 Lewis Rd
San JoseCA95111
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Ascent
5805 Charlotte DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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The Lex
5560 Lexington AveSan Jose, CA 95123
4952 Flat Rock Cir
San JoseCA95136
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Eden Palms Apartments
5398 Monterey RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Villa Monterey Apartments
2898 Villa MontereySan Jose, CA 95111
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Oak Grove
5568 Lexington AveSan Jose, CA 95123
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Rancho Verde Apartments
127 Rancho DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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Monterey Manor
5330 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95111
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Oak Tree Village
100 Branham Ln ESan Jose, CA 95111
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5332 Monterey Rd
San JoseCA95111
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Glenbrook Apartments
130 Roundtable DrSan Jose, CA 95111
264 Tradewinds Ct
San JoseCA95123
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Great Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Great Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,961 | $995 | $2,596 |
| Great Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,061 | $3,280 |
| Great Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $2,112 | $3,834 |
| Great Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,947 | $3,275 | $4,774 |
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Cheapest Available Great Oaks Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Great Oaks area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Charlotte Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,822. Here are the most affordable Great Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,822 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - Junior - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,977 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Greenemere | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
| Terra House Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,579 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Oaks, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Great Oaks area is the $3.32 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at ViO in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,407. The second greatest value Great Oaks apartment is the Peachwell Model at Orchard Park Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Great Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| ViO | Plan 3B | 3BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Bloomhurst | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Ascent | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - Junior - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Best Local Schools in Great Oaks, San Jose, CA
Stipe (Samuel) Elementary
Oak Grove Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (310)
2 out of 10
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Oak Grove Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (537)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Great Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Great Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Great Oaks is under $2,850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Great Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Great Oaks is Charlotte Park Apartments which is listed at $1,822, while the average apartment in Great Oaks costs $3,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Great Oaks?
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 29 regular apartments in Great Oaks 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 Great Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Great Oaks have an average cost of $629 which is $3,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Great Oaks.
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