
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Luz Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (56 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Luz area of San Jose.


499 S 5th St

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

68 Pala Ave

Hawthorn Senior Apartments

420 S Third St, Unit 23

249 Pamela Ave, Unit 4

The Fairways

Parkside Terrace

1221-1221 Shortridge Ave
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Country Club Villa

Windy Hill Apartments

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Peppertree Apartments

Amberwood Apartments

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Gadberry Courts Apartments

Villa Hermosa

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Brookwood Terrace

Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments

Metro Gardens

Arbor Terraces

515 E WiLL

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39-0008

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79 N 10th St

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Metro Station

625 S 11th St

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Country Club Garden Apartments

Renzel Apartments

259 N Capitol Ave

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Foothill Manor Apartments

151 S 13th St.

Palm Court Apartments

Polaris Apartments

25 S 10th 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 | $2,324 | $1,400 | $2,776 |
| Luz 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,258 | $1,240 | $3,174 |
| Luz 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $2,158 | $4,084 |
| Luz 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $2,380 | $2,821 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Luz Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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. The Franciscan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. 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 |
| The Franciscan | Room 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,709 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,809 |
| 79 N 10th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Luz, CA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Luz area is the $3.18 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Luz apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at Sofi Berryessa starting at $3,496 with a $3.97 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.97 |
| The Fairways | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 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 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Windy Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Luz Apartments
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 3 regular apartments in Luz that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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