
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Horace Mann Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $921 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Horace Mann area of San Jose.


499 S 5th St

468 S 6th St

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+

Japantown Senior Apartments

Hawthorn Senior Apartments

232 N 8th St

Parkside Terrace

168 S 10th St
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33 South Third

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52 S 10th St

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515 E WiLL

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39-0008

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Metro Gardens
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79 N 10th St

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The Ruckers Mansion

Metro Station

Fourth Street Apartments

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

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Renzel Apartments

265-271 N 6th St

134 N 7th St

El Sol Apartments

95 N 8th St

620 S Third St.

132 N 5th St
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151 S 13th St.
Horace Mann, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Horace Mann?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horace Mann Studio Apartments | $2,954 | $1,400 | $3,513 |
| Horace Mann 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,386 | $1,100 | $8,706 |
| Horace Mann 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,582 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| Horace Mann 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,838 | $2,940 | $5,807 |
| Horace Mann 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,690 | $4,690 | $4,690 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 515 E WiLL priced from $1,680. Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable Horace Mann apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 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 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Marquis | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $2,737 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Horace Mann, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Horace Mann area is the $3.37 price per square foot Parma Model at Pavona Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,073. The second greatest value Horace Mann apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Mio starting at $3,719 with a $3.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavona Apartments | Parma | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Mio | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.79 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Villa Torino | The Firenze BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments - 55 years+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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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 $2,737.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Horace Mann?
The cheapest apartment in Horace Mann is 515 E WiLL which is listed at $1,680, while the average apartment in Horace Mann costs $3,503.
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 5 regular apartments in Horace Mann that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Horace Mann?
Cheap apartments in Horace Mann have an average cost of $703 which is $2,800 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Horace Mann.
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