Cheap Homes for Rent in Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)

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Japantown, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Japantown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Japantown area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Kelsey Ayer Station priced from $1,566. 39-0008 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Japantown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Kelsey Ayer Station50% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,566
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,850
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$1,895
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Metropolitan Court Apartments1st Floor StudioStudio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA

As of October 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Japantown area is the $3.04 price per square foot Regent Model at The Esplanade in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,549. The second greatest value Japantown apartment is the The Capri BMR Model at Villa Torino starting at $3,029 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Japantown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EsplanadeRegent3BR,3BA$3.04
Villa TorinoThe Capri BMR2BR,2BA$2.63
Vendome PlaceUnit 62BR,2BA$2.99
101 San FernandoPlan AT1 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath Townhome1BR,1BA$3.00
Westwood Properties55 S 6th1BR,1BA$2.88
MarquisB11BR,1BA$3.67
Japantown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Vintage Tower1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.36
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$3.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about Japantown

What type of rentals are currently available in Japantown?

There are currently 397 Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,566 to $7,200. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Japantown ranging from $1,240 to $8,040.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Japantown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Japantown ranges from $1,240 to $8,040 with an average monthly rent of $4,741.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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