Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nob Hill Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (59 Rentals)

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Mission Grove
Studio Apartments

Mission Grove

259 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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373-381 Gloria Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

373-381 Gloria Ave

373-381 Gloria AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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484 Nordyke Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

484 Nordyke Dr

484 Nordyke DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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207 Gramercy Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

207 Gramercy Pl

207 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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175 Alexander Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

175 Alexander Ave

175 Alexander AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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275 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

275 La Pala Dr

275 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2752 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2752 Kollmar Dr

2752 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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2750 Mckee Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2750 Mckee Rd

2750 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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279 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

279 La Pala Dr

279 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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3035 Westboro Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

3035 Westboro Dr

3035 Westboro DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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1281 Fleming Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1281 Fleming Ave

1281 Fleming AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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2710-2718 Kollmar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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271 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

271 La Pala Dr

271 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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196 Gramercy Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

196 Gramercy Pl

196 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116

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264 N White Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

264 N White Rd

264 N White RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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165 Gramercy Pl
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

165 Gramercy Pl

165 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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226 Eastside Dr
Studio Apartments

226 Eastside Dr

226 Eastside DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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164 Gramercy Pl
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

164 Gramercy Pl

164 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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195 Gramercy Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

195 Gramercy Pl

195 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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177 Gramercy Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

177 Gramercy Pl

177 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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3831 Madeline Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3831 Madeline Dr

3831 Madeline DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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3830 Madeline Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3830 Madeline Dr

3830 Madeline DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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111 Nancy Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

111 Nancy Ln

111 Nancy LnSan Jose, CA 95127

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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133 Kirk Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

133 Kirk Ave

133 Kirk AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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157 Alexander Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

157 Alexander Ave

157 Alexander AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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171 Gramercy Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

171 Gramercy Pl

171 Gramercy PlSan Jose, CA 95116
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Starburst Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Starburst Townhomes

3101-3162 Starburst CtSan Jose, CA 95127
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2481 Clyda Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2481 Clyda Dr

2481 Clyda DrSan Jose, CA 95116
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2227 Berkeley Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

2227 Berkeley Way

2227 Berkeley WaySan Jose, CA 95116

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141 Harriet Ave
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

141 Harriet Ave

141 Harriet AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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2750 Florence Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2750 Florence Ave

2750 Florence AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Villa Fairlane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Fairlane

264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Foxdale
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Foxdale

1250 Foxdale LoopSan Jose, CA 95122
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Fairway Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Glen

448 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2748 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2748 Kollmar Dr

2748 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Rosedale
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosedale

2820 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
Corporate Housing
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554 Toyon Ave
Studio Apartments

554 Toyon Ave

554 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Nob Hill, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nob Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nob Hill area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $2,190. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. Here are the most affordable Nob Hill apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,190
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,599
Foxdale3x1.53BR,1BA$2,795
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,2BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nob Hill, CA

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nob Hill area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Foxdale in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value Nob Hill apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,800 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nob Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Foxdale2x1.51BR,1.5BA$2.76
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.32
Vela Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.48

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nob Hill Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nob Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nob Hill is starting from $2,539 at Vela Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.