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San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Jose, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Jose, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $18,135 with an overall median price of $5,018. The three San Jose neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cambrian Park at $1,725, Rose at $1,725, and Evergreen at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Jose Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cambrian Park$1,725$1,7251
Rose$1,725$1,7251
Evergreen$1,850$1,8501
Rose Garden$2,175$1,9605
Hillside$2,250$1,9502
King and Story$2,400$2,4001
Santee$2,400$2,4001
Ferrari$2,500$2,4003
Cambrian Community$2,533$1,6962
Bonita$2,595$1,10011

Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,200. Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,627
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor starting at $3,395 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ranchero2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.60
Lake Vasona Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.65
Mesa Terrace4th Floor3BR,2BA$2.33
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
186-192 Selwyn Dr2Bed/1Ba2BR,1BA$2.35
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Arcadia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64

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San Jose, CA Area Reviews

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May 4, 2025

Wonderful place to live if you work remotely, in tech, or in the creative arts. Fantastic vibes and really very affordable compared to other cities like San Francisco. Lots of amazing places to grab a quick bite or waste a spare afternoon, as well.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Jose

What type of rentals are currently available in San Jose?

There are currently 7975 Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $18,135. There are also 700 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Jose ranging from $800 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Jose?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Jose ranges from $800 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,221.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Jose?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Jose range from $2,132 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $9,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,320.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.