Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Great Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (3 Rentals)

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Eden Palms Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Palms Apartments

5398 Monterey RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Great Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Oaks, CA

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Great Oaks area is the $3.74 price per square foot Medium 2 Bd 1 Bth Cozy Model at Blossom Hill in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,294. The second greatest value Great Oaks apartment is the Cherrybrook Model at Orchard Park Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $3.35 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blossom HillMedium 2 Bd 1 Bth Cozy2BR,1BA$3.74
Orchard Park ApartmentsCherrybrook2BR,2BA$3.35
Glenbrook Apartments2X12BR,1BA$3.33
ViOPlan 1D1BR,1BA$3.49
The LexF1BR,1BA$3.88
AscentPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.00
Charlotte Park Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$3.12
Terra House ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.86
Thornbridge ApartmentsThe BridgescapeStudio ,1BA$5.15
Orchard GlenStudio - 60%Studio ,1BA$4.41

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Great Oaks, San Jose, CA

Ranked #287

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Great Oaks Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Great Oaks Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Great Oaks?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Great Oaks is at Orchard Glen listed at $1,699.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Great Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Great Oaks Apartment is $1,927 at Orchard Glen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Great Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Great Oaks is starting from $2,414 at Charlotte Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable Great Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Great Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Woods Apartments and starts from $3,455.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!