
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hoffman Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (73 Rentals)
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Almaden Lake Village

One Pearl Place

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Avana Almaden

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5613 Hoffman Ct, Unit D

5678 Via Monte Dr

5743 Via Monte Dr

5710 Tucson Dr

5724 Tucson Dr

1175 Mesa Dr
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1122 Mesa Dr

5653 Via Monte Dr

4989 Edgar Ct

5718 Tucson Dr

5730 ABCD Tucson Dr

5590 Clovercrest Dr

5860 El Zuparko Dr

5747 Almaden Rd

5851 El Zuparko Dr

5895 El Dori Dr
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5714 Via Monte Dr

5621 Hoffman Ct

5601 Hoffman Ct

5835 El Zuparko Dr

5718 Via Monte Dr

5683 Tucson Dr

5654 Hoffman Ct

5650 Hoffman Ct

5693 Almaden Expy

5440 Dellwood Way
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5876-5878 Dori Dr

1150 Mesa Dr

5734 Tucson Dr

1369 Standwood Dr

5867 El Zuparko Dr

5752 Via Monte

5719 Via Monte Dr

5682 Hoffman Ct

5749 Almaden Expwy.

5720 Tucson Dr
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5859 El Zuparko Dr

5710 Via Monte Dr

1141 Carlsbad Dr

4984 Edgar Ct

5661 Hoffman Ct

4995 Edgar Ct

4990 Edgar Ct

1132 Carlsbad Dr

5565 Clovercrest Dr

5679 Hoffman Ct
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Hoffman, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hoffman?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffman Studio Apartments | $2,455 | $2,446 | $2,465 |
| Hoffman 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $2,548 | $3,381 |
| Hoffman 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,287 | $2,629 | $4,210 |
| Hoffman 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,735 | $3,549 | $4,107 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Hoffman Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hoffman Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hoffman area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Cherrywood Apartments priced from $2,465. Avana Almaden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,556. Here are the most affordable Hoffman apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,465 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,556 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $2,576 |
| Almaden Lake Village | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hoffman, CA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hoffman area is the $3.63 price per square foot 1A Model at Avana Almaden in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,548. The second greatest value Hoffman apartment is the One Bedroom A1C Model at Almaden Lake Village starting at $2,965 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hoffman apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Almaden Lake Village | One Bedroom A1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio ,1BA | $5.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHoffman, 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hoffman Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hoffman?
The cheapest apartment in Hoffman is Avana Almaden which is listed at $2,556, while the average apartment in Hoffman costs $3,549.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hoffman?
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 6 regular apartments in Hoffman that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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