
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heritage Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,900 (30 Rentals)
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San Marino

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1509 Mount Herman Dr

3167 Locke Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr

3159-3161 Locke Dr
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3455 Sugarcreek Ct

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

3274-3278 Locke Dr

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1984 Uphall Ct

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2023 Bridgecastle Ct

2881-2883 Cicero Way

3587 Melnikoff Dr

3189-3191 Locke Dr

3322-3326 Locke Dr

3261-3267 Locke Dr

3321-3325 Locke Dr
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3243 Locke Dr

3262-3266 Locke Dr

3320 Senter Rd

3286 Locke Dr

3219-3223 Locke Dr

3051 Towers Ln

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Heritage, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Heritage?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Studio Apartments | $2,100 | $1,900 | $2,300 |
| Heritage 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,734 | $2,428 | $3,059 |
| Heritage 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,903 | $3,634 |
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Cheapest Available Heritage Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heritage area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at San Marino priced from $2,624. Lion Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,903. Here are the most affordable Heritage apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $2,624 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,903 |
| The Carlyle | The Saratoga | 3BR,2BA | $4,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heritage, CA
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Heritage area is the $3.49 price per square foot The Saratoga Model at The Carlyle in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,299. The second greatest value Heritage apartment is the 2x1 Model at Lion Villas starting at $2,903 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heritage apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carlyle | The Saratoga | 3BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| San Marino | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
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Best Local Schools in Heritage, San Jose, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Heritage Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Heritage Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Heritage Apartment is $2,624 at San Marino.
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