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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kennedy Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (40 Rentals)
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67 S 8th St
San JoseCA95112
499 S 5th St
San JoseCA95112
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The Village at Willow Glen
465 Willow Glen WaySan Jose, CA 95125
611 S 8th St
San JoseCA95112
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from $1,721Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vintage Tower
235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Westwood Properties
55-75 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
440 S 10th St
San JoseCA95112
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The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Summercrest Villas
1725 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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from $1,945Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 9
Almaden 1930
1930 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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Valley West Apartments
1050 Summerside DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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Kennedy, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kennedy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Studio Apartments | $2,905 | $1,745 | $4,623 |
| Kennedy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $1,200 | $6,905 |
| Kennedy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,894 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
| Kennedy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,504 | $3,207 | $3,795 |
| Kennedy 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,733 | $4,150 | $5,300 |
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Cheapest Available Kennedy Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kennedy area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen priced from $1,460. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,721. Here are the most affordable Kennedy apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| Summercrest Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,783 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| 1776 Apartments | Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Alterra | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kennedy, CA
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kennedy area is the $3.12 price per square foot 133 E Reed St Model at 133 E Reed St, Unit 133 in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,300. The second greatest value Kennedy apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kennedy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 E Reed St, Unit 133 | 133 E Reed St | 4BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan - 2 Bed / 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 1298 Shortridge Ave, Unit B | 1298 Shortridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Foundry Commons | C1 (2x2) | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Summercrest Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Jose, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Kennedy Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kennedy Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kennedy?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kennedy is under $2,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kennedy?
The cheapest apartment in Kennedy is The Village at Willow Glen which is listed at $1,460, while the average apartment in Kennedy costs $4,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kennedy?
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 5 regular apartments in Kennedy 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 Kennedy?
Cheap apartments in Kennedy have an average cost of $268 which is $4,482 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kennedy.
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