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2295 Lenox Pl

Santa ClaraCA95054

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San JoseCA95125

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36942 Olive St

NewarkCA94560
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San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Jose, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Jose, CA area range in price from $750 to $29,950 with an overall median price of $5,533. The three San Jose neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cadillac East at $2,400, Story Road at $1,566, and Cambrian Community at $1,811. 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
Cadillac East$2,400$2,4001
Story Road$2,433$1,5665
Cambrian Community$2,500$1,8112
Loma Verde$2,616$2,2959
Hillview$2,656$1,5667
Coldwater$2,757$1,7505
Farm Drive$2,785$2,4001
Candlestick$2,790$1,16622
Nob Hill$2,790$1,16621
Lakes and Birds$2,795$1,87929

Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairway Glen in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,036. Pensione Esperanza in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,036
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,200
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$1,460
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Vintage TowerVT1B1BA1BR,1BA$1,605
Clayburn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $2.31 price per square foot 2bed 2bath Model at Sedona Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,775. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose 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.
Sedona Apartments2bed 2bath2BR,2BA$2.31
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Foxdale2x12BR,1BA$2.63
Stonegate3x23BR,2BA$2.66
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Arcadia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.46
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$2.43

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San Jose, CA Area Reviews

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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 7956 Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $21,151. There are also 648 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Jose ranging from $900 to $12,000.

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 $900 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,377.

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 $1,200 to $9,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,030.

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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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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.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.