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The Woods Apartments
4300 The Woods DrSan Jose, CA 95136
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hellyer Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (58 Rentals)
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Rosewalk Apartment Homes
3601 Copperfield DrSan Jose, CA 95136
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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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Terra House Apartments
4501 Snell AveSan Jose, CA 95136
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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 | $2,019 | $1,699 | $2,470 |
| Hellyer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $1,927 | $4,129 |
| Hellyer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $2,544 | $7,172 |
| Hellyer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $2,950 | $4,099 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 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. The Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,945. 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 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,117 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $2,509 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,539 |
| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $2,544 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,632 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| San Marino | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $2,878 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hellyer, CA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hellyer area is the $3.39 price per square foot 2BD/1BA Plan B Model at Avana San Jose in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,777. The second greatest value Hellyer apartment is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes starting at $2,632 with a $3.25 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. |
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| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.62 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sunflower | Studio ,1BA | $5.46 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio ,1BA | $4.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHellyer, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hellyer, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1715)
5 out of 10
Sylvandale Middle
Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (371)
3 out of 10
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Getting Around the Hellyer Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,878.
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 $3,575.
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 18 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 $709 which is $2,866 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hellyer.
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