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27 North - Student Housing Apartments
27 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jackson Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (19 Rentals)
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145 N 5th Street
145 N 5th StreetSan Jose, CA 95112
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Atrium Garden
1536 Kerley DrSan Jose, CA 95112
344 N 3rd St
San JoseCA95112
20 S Second St
San JoseCA95113
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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
520-522 Madera Ave
San JoseCA95112
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Westwood Properties
55-75 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metropolitan Court Apartments
390 N 2nd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miraido Village
520-566 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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SRO-Apartment Building
507 N 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Kerley Drive Apartments 1445-1455
1445-1455 Kerley DrSan Jose, CA 95112
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E Empire - Owner Notify - Rent Control-DT
33 E Empire StSan Jose, CA 95112
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39-0008
74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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First Street Manor
523-530 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Tao Apartments
544 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Berkeley Square Apartments
1545 N 1ST StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Jackson, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Studio Apartments | $2,698 | $1,390 | $4,705 |
| Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,121 | $1,700 | $4,207 |
| Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $995 | $8,517 |
| Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,045 | $5,790 |
| Jackson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $1,060 | $9,129 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jackson area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. The Kelsey Ayer Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,706. Here are the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Spring 2026 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $3.39 price per square foot TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft Model at Exhibit at J Town Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,694. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the Unit 6 Model at Vendome Place starting at $3,200 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Exhibit at J Town Apartments | TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft | 3BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Vendome Place | Unit 6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| The Esplanade | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Pavona Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 4th Floor Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Jackson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Jackson is under $2,527.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Jackson?
The cheapest apartment in Jackson is 232 N 8th St which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Jackson costs $3,625.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson?
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 100 regular apartments in Jackson 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 Jackson?
Cheap apartments in Jackson have an average cost of $1,279 which is $2,346 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Jackson.
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