
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hellyer Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hellyer area of San Jose.


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Hellyer, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hellyer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hellyer Studio Apartments | $1,937 | $1,699 | $2,370 |
| Hellyer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,533 | $1,927 | $4,315 |
| Hellyer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $2,680 | $6,488 |
| Hellyer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $3,255 | $4,129 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hellyer Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hellyer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hellyer area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Orchard Glen priced from $1,699. Thornbridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,790. Here are the most affordable Hellyer apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hellyer, CA
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hellyer area is the $3.24 price per square foot Bella Cielo + Den Model at Bella Villagio in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,669. The second greatest value Hellyer apartment is the 2BD/1BA Plan A Model at Avana San Jose starting at $3,041 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hellyer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Villagio | Bella Cielo + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| San Marino | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Terra House Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sunflower | Studio ,1BA | $5.46 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio ,1BA | $4.37 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 50% | Studio ,1BA | $4.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHellyer, San Jose, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Hellyer, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
Sylvandale Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hellyer Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hellyer?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hellyer is under $3,041.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hellyer?
The cheapest apartment in Hellyer is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Hellyer costs $3,555.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hellyer?
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 16 regular apartments in Hellyer 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 Hellyer?
Cheap apartments in Hellyer have an average cost of $799 which is $2,756 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hellyer.
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