
Cheap Homes for Rent in Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (2 Rentals)
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Japantown, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Japantown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Japantown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,188 | $2,765 | $3,400 |
Japantown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,505 | $3,310 | $3,700 |
Japantown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,480 | $5,480 | $5,480 |
Japantown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,160 | $6,160 | $6,160 |
Japantown 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
Japantown 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,999 | $7,999 | $7,999 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA
As of August 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Japantown area is the $2.70 price per square foot 421 N 13th St Model at 421 N 13th St, Unit House in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $7,999. The second greatest value Japantown apartment is the I Model at Cannery Park by Windsor starting at $4,110 with a $3.48 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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421 N 13th St, Unit House | 421 N 13th St | 6BR,6BA | $2.70 |
Cannery Park by Windsor | I | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
Modera San Pedro Square | B07 | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
Exhibit at J Town Apartments | B1 - 2BR 2BA Flat | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
The Esplanade | Historic Flats/Lofts A | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
Villa Torino | The Firenze | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1 st Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJapantown, San Jose, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Japantown
What type of rentals are currently available in Japantown?
There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in Japantown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $12,180. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Japantown ranging from $1,295 to $7,999.
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 $1,295 to $7,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,417.
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