
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melody Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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5486 Colony Field Dr

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4728 Mendoza Ave, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

Orchard Glen

Thornbridge

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4666 Tango Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Blossom Hill

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Bella Villagio

551 Lewis Rd

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Orvieto Family B

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Melody, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melody?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melody Studio Apartments | $1,976 | $1,600 | $2,596 |
| Melody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,927 | $3,168 |
| Melody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,228 | $2,530 | $3,834 |
| Melody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $3,275 | $4,099 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Melody Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Melody Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melody area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Thornbridge priced from $1,826. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,927. Here are the most affordable Melody apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,596 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $3,129 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3,231 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melody, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melody area is the $3.02 price per square foot Residence 2 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,231. The second greatest value Melody apartment is the Bella Sole Model at Bella Villagio starting at $3,129 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melody apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - Junior - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sage | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.67 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
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Best Local Schools in Melody, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
Sylvandale Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melody Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melody?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melody is under $3,231.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melody?
The cheapest apartment in Melody is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Melody costs $12,735.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melody?
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 17 regular apartments in Melody 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 Melody?
Cheap apartments in Melody have an average cost of $715 which is $12,020 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melody.
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