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property at 578 Coyote Rd

$700

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

578 Coyote Rd

San JoseCA95111

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property at 5412 Makati Cir

$2,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

5412 Makati Cir

San JoseCA95123

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Great Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Great Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blossom Valley Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Orchard GlenStudio - 60%Studio,1BA$1,699
Thornbridge ApartmentsThe BridgescapeStudio,1BA$1,790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Great Oaks, CA

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Great Oaks area is the $2.90 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at ViO in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,849. The second greatest value Great Oaks apartment is the Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Blossom Hill starting at $4,619 with a $3.74 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.
ViOPlan 3B3BR,2BA$2.90
Blossom HillLarge 3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$3.74
Orchard Park ApartmentsCherrybrook2BR,2BA$3.35
Glenbrook Apartments2X12BR,1BA$3.33
La Moraga ApartmentsSprout1BR,1BA$3.42
AscentPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.11
Terra House ApartmentsA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$3.91
Charlotte Park Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$3.12
Blossom Oaks ApartmentsRoseview1BR,1BA$3.27
Blossom Valley Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.53

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Great Oaks, San Jose, CA

Ranked #270

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Great Oaks

What type of rentals are currently available in Great Oaks?

There are currently 147 Apartments for Rent in Great Oaks, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $16,319. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Great Oaks ranging from $2,495 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Great Oaks?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Great Oaks ranges from $2,495 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,965.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Great Oaks?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Great Oaks range from $3,195 to $4,619, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,350 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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