Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Fair Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (5 Rentals)

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Meadow Fair, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meadow Fair Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadow Fair area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxdale priced from $1,927. Valley West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Meadow Fair apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$1,927
Valley West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,125
Lion VillasStudioStudio,1BA$2,158

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Fair, CA

As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Meadow Fair 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 Meadow Fair apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadow Fair apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Avana San Jose2BD/1BA Plan A2BR,1BA$3.22
1380 Carnelian Dr, Unit 41380 Carnelian Dr2BR,1BA$3.12
San MarinoThe Del Rey1BR,1BA$3.75
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio3317 Kuykendall PlStudio ,1BA$3.22
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$3.46
Valley West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.94
Lion VillasStudioStudio ,1BA$5.26

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Meadow Fair, San Jose, CA

Ranked #251

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Meadow Fair Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Fair Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meadow Fair?

The cheapest apartment in Meadow Fair is Foxdale which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Meadow Fair costs $3,207.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meadow Fair?

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 5 regular apartments in Meadow Fair 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 Meadow Fair?

Cheap apartments in Meadow Fair have an average cost of $1,002 which is $2,205 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meadow Fair.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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