
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Horace Mann Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (38 Rentals)
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164 S 10th St

499 S 5th St

28 S 13th St

468 S 6th St

611 S 8th St

67 S 8th St

611 S 8th St

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232 N 8th St

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Parkside Terrace

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Miraido Village

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515 E WiLL

The Kelsey Ayer Station

39-0008

Fourth St. Apartments

Metro Gardens

Gran Valle Apartments
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Reed Apartments

79 N 10th St

First Street Manor

742 S. 9th St. Apartments

Tao Apartments

The Ruckers Mansion

Metro Station

Fourth Street Apartments

670-686 S. 8th
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625 S 11th St

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Horace Mann?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Studio Apartments | $2,829 | $1,400 | $3,640 |
| Horace Mann 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,355 | $1,240 | $8,780 |
| Horace Mann 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,252 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Horace Mann 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,438 | $1,720 | $6,095 |
| Horace Mann 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,585 | $5,811 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Horace Mann Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Horace Mann Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Horace Mann area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Horace Mann apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| The Franciscan | Room 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Japantown Senior Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,709 |
| 79 N 10th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Horace Mann, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Horace Mann area is the $2.97 price per square foot The Capri BMR Model at Villa Torino in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,416. The second greatest value Horace Mann apartment is the B1 - 2BR 2BA Flat Model at Exhibit at J Town starting at $4,203 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Horace Mann apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Torino | The Capri BMR | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Exhibit at J Town | B1 - 2BR 2BA Flat | 2BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Marquis | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Fall 2026 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 716 North First Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Legacy Fountain Plaza | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Horace Mann Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Horace Mann?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Horace Mann is under $1,980.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Horace Mann?
The cheapest apartment in Horace Mann is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Horace Mann costs $4,714.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Horace Mann?
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 11 regular apartments in Horace Mann that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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