Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Junipero Serra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (48 Rentals)

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1137 Roewill Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr

1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117

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Ranchero Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchero Apartments

1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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3137 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3137 Cadillac Dr

3137 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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3200 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3200 Cadillac Dr

3200 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Cheri Lin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cheri Lin Apartments

1100 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Driftwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

1390 Castlemont AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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470 Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

470 Apartments

470 Boynton AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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Alden Way Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Alden Way Apartments

3538 Alden WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Colonial House South
1 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial House South

435 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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2392 Sutter Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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515 Saratoga Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

515 Saratoga Ave

515 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

1457-1475 Santa Clara StSanta Clara, CA 95050

Junipero Serra, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 Rosa Crest Studio priced from $1,895. Colonial House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here are the most affordable Junipero Serra apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,980
David Avenuea601BR,1BA$1,995
Coffeetree ApartmentsRemodel StudioStudio,1BA$2,000
eaves West Valley405Studio,1BA$2,005
The Aegena ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,025
El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
Northlake Ambassador Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,195
The Terrace Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Junipero Serra, CA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Junipero Serra area is the $2.69 price per square foot 334 Santana Row Model at 334 Santana Row, Unit #300M in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Junipero Serra apartment is the Bernini Model at Livorno Square starting at $3,005 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Junipero Serra apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
334 Santana Row, Unit #300M334 Santana Row2BR,2BA$2.69
Livorno SquareBernini2BR,1BA$2.88
480 California St, Unit 1480 California St2BR,1BA$3.19
885 Burbank Dr, Unit 4885 Burbank Dr2BR,1BA$3.06
Redwood Apartments2 Bed1BR,1BA$2.97
Regency & Lexingtonb602BR,1BA$3.28
West Park ApartmentsThe Southern1BR,1BA$3.09
Oakridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$3.18
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00
El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Junipero Serra, San Jose, CA

Ranked #44

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Junipero Serra Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Junipero Serra Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Junipero Serra?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Junipero Serra is at Rosa Crest Studio listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Junipero Serra Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Junipero Serra Apartment is $1,980 at Colonial House Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Junipero Serra Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Junipero Serra is starting from $2,295 at The Aegena Apartments.

What is the most affordable Junipero Serra Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Junipero Serra Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spring Creek Apartments and starts from $4,495.

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