
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kenwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)
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2445 Rinconada Dr

The Woods Apartments
Kenwood, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenwood Studio Apartments | $2,054 | $1,699 | $2,470 |
| Kenwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,927 | $3,822 |
| Kenwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,158 | $2,580 | $5,934 |
| Kenwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $3,455 | $4,266 |
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Cheapest Available Kenwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kenwood area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Orchard Glen priced from $1,699. 2445 Rinconada Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Kenwood apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| 2445 Rinconada Dr | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, CA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kenwood area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Kenwood apartment is the 2x2L-1122-p1 Model at Latitude 37 starting at $3,000 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Latitude 37 | 2x2L-1122-p1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Valley West Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes | D-3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| 1776 Apartments | Franklin | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 808 | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKenwood, San Jose, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Kenwood, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
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Getting Around the Kenwood Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 Kenwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kenwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kenwood is under $2,618.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kenwood?
The cheapest apartment in Kenwood is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Kenwood costs $3,619.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kenwood?
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 17 regular apartments in Kenwood 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 Kenwood?
Cheap apartments in Kenwood have an average cost of $545 which is $3,074 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kenwood.
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