
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

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 | $3,905 | $2,995 | $4,950 |
Japantown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,050 | $3,400 | $5,450 |
Japantown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,947 | $4,495 | $5,400 |
Japantown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,769 | $5,499 | $8,040 |
Japantown 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st Floor Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Esplanade | Regent | 3BR,3BA | $3.04 |
Villa Torino | The Capri BMR | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
Vendome Place | Unit 6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
101 San Fernando | Plan AT1 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Marquis | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJapantown, San Jose, CA
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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.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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