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598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Village at Willow Glen
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235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing
237 Race StSan Jose, CA 95126
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875 Northrup St
875 Northrup StSan Jose, CA 95126
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232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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Lakehouse, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakehouse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakehouse Studio Apartments | $3,144 | $1,200 | $8,303 |
| Lakehouse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,578 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Lakehouse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,568 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
| Lakehouse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,443 | $3,346 | $10,000+ |
| Lakehouse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,420 | $5,300 | $5,540 |
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Cheapest Available Lakehouse Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakehouse area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,200. Page Street Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here are the most affordable Lakehouse apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
| Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,728 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakehouse, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakehouse area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Lakehouse apartment is the 163 Gifford Ave Model at 163 Gifford Ave, Unit B starting at $3,400 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakehouse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 175 W Saint James St | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 163 Gifford Ave, Unit B | 163 Gifford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Villa Torino | The Capri | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 1298 Shortridge Ave, Unit B | 1298 Shortridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Jose, California. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Lakehouse Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakehouse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakehouse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakehouse is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakehouse?
The cheapest apartment in Lakehouse is The Village at Willow Glen which is listed at $1,460, while the average apartment in Lakehouse costs $5,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakehouse?
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 28 regular apartments in Lakehouse 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 Lakehouse?
Cheap apartments in Lakehouse have an average cost of $246 which is $5,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakehouse.
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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.