
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Pala South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (82 Rentals)
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ReNew Berryessa

Peppertree Apartments

ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

587 Avalani Ave

1298 Quincy Dr

373-381 Gloria Ave

Onyx by Pulte Homes

581 Avalani Ave
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39 Jose Figueres Ave

2752 Kollmar Dr

2392 Mammoth Dr

279 La Pala Dr

275 La Pala Dr

1509 Mount Herman Dr

3035 Westboro Dr

1855 Luby Dr

1625 Alum Rock Ave

2750 Mckee Rd
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254 Pamela Ave

484 Nordyke Dr

239 Montclair Ave

207 Gramercy Pl

2245 Luz Ave

175 Alexander Ave

1661 Alum Rock Ave

1281 Fleming Ave

1244 Quincy Dr

1621 Alum Rock Ave
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551 Avalani Ave

Centered on Capitol

69-81 Jose Figueres Ave

223 Alexander Ave

Courtyard Berryessa

99 N King Rd

2702-2744 Norita Ct

Sierra Village Apartments

2177 Alum Rock Ave

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr
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3215 Rockport Ave

165 Gramercy Pl

196 Gramercy Pl

221 Pamela Ave

Capitol Station

264 N White Rd

271 La Pala Dr

2368 Mammoth Dr

557-563 Avalani Ave

39-69 Jose Figueres Ave
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La Pala South, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Pala South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Pala South Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,437 | $1,437 |
| La Pala South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,999 | $3,025 |
| La Pala South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $2,539 | $3,475 |
| La Pala South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
| La Pala South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,243 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 82 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Pala South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Pala South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Pala South area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,437. Villa Fairlane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable La Pala South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $2,815 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Pala South, CA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Pala South area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value La Pala South apartment is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,699 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Pala South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Best Local Schools in La Pala South, San Jose, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Pala South Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Pala South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Pala South Apartment is $1,995 at Villa Fairlane.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Pala South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Pala South is starting from $2,539 at Vela Apartments.
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