
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Junipero Serra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (32 Rentals)
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Rosa Crest Studio

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Campbell House

eaves West Valley

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Junipero Serra, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Junipero Serra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junipero Serra Studio Apartments | $2,224 | $1,004 | $3,681 |
| Junipero Serra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $1,071 | $8,217 |
| Junipero Serra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,180 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
| Junipero Serra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,925 | $1,464 | $10,000+ |
| Junipero Serra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,446 | $6,062 | $7,162 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Junipero Serra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Junipero Serra Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Junipero Serra area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. Rosa Crest Studio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Junipero Serra apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| Rosa Crest Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| eaves West Valley | 405 | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Redwood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Junipero Serra, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Junipero Serra area is the $2.55 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Menden Manor in the in the West San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Junipero Serra apartment is the 4162 Hamilton Ave Model at 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,999 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Junipero Serra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menden Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 3 | 4162 Hamilton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Monterey Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Boynton Brooks | End UNIT | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 480 California St, Unit 4 | 480 California St | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 545 Northlake Dr, Unit 4 | 545 Northlake Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Junipero Serra Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Junipero Serra?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Junipero Serra is under $2,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Junipero Serra?
The cheapest apartment in Junipero Serra is 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Junipero Serra costs $6,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Junipero Serra?
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 43 regular apartments in Junipero Serra 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 Junipero Serra?
Cheap apartments in Junipero Serra have an average cost of $429 which is $5,851 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Junipero Serra.
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