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Blossom Valley Senior Apartments
399 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayes Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen
3975 Seven Trees BlvdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Thornbridge Apartments
5210 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95111
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$1,945 - $4,099Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Woods Apartments
4300 The Woods DrSan Jose, CA 95136
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Blossom Oaks Apartments
229 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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Hayes, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes Studio Apartments | $1,913 | $995 | $2,370 |
| Hayes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,061 | $3,283 |
| Hayes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $2,400 | $4,210 |
| Hayes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,055 | $2,950 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Hayes Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayes 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 Hayes apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayes, CA
As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayes area is the $2.97 price per square foot Il Bergamo Model at Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,759. The second greatest value Hayes apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes starting at $2,998 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | Il Bergamo | 3BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Foothills Apartments | 3Bdroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| One Pearl Place | London | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 781 Farm Dr, Unit 3 | 781 Farm Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Santa Palmia at Palm Valley | Il Greco | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Roseview | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Best Local Schools in Hayes, San Jose, CA
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate
Oak Grove Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (522)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hayes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hayes is under $2,459.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hayes?
The cheapest apartment in Hayes is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Hayes costs $4,042.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hayes?
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 17 regular apartments in Hayes 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 Hayes?
Cheap apartments in Hayes have an average cost of $606 which is $3,436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hayes.
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