
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Junipero Serra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Junipero Serra area of San Jose.


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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 | $2,371 | $1,004 | $3,510 |
| Junipero Serra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $1,071 | $8,491 |
| Junipero Serra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,931 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
| Junipero Serra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,153 | $1,464 | $9,416 |
| Junipero Serra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,610 | $6,024 | $7,124 |
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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. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,687. 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 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| Rosa Crest Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - a50 | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
| Park Kiely | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,930 |
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Bundy Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Terrace Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Junipero Serra, CA
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Junipero Serra area is the $3.05 price per square foot The Western Model at West Park Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Junipero Serra apartment is the 4162 Hamilton Ave Model at 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 2 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Park Apartments | The Western | 3BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 2 | 4162 Hamilton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Gallatin Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Colonial House Apartments | Remodeled 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Redwood Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Blackford Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| The Aegena Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJunipero Serra, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Junipero Serra, San Jose, CA
Manuel De Vargas Elementary
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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 $2,045.
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 $6,646.
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 32 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 $435 which is $6,211 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Junipero Serra.
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