
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Luz Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Luz area of San Jose.


412 E William St

468 S 6th St

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164 S 10th St

Vela Apartments

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

99 S 14th St, Unit 15
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617 S 9th St

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Brookwood Terrace

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Arbor Terraces

515 E WiLL

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39-0008

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625 S 11th St

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Luz, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Luz?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luz Studio Apartments | $2,093 | $1,437 | $2,701 |
| Luz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $1,000 | $2,880 |
| Luz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $2,539 | $3,956 |
| Luz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
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Cheapest Available Luz Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Luz area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 164 S 10th St priced from $1,240. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable Luz apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,462 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Luz, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Luz area is the $3.54 price per square foot 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at Fairway Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,294. The second greatest value Luz apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $3,000 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Luz apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Luz Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Luz?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Luz is under $2,599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Luz?
The cheapest apartment in Luz is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Luz costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Luz?
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 8 regular apartments in Luz that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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