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

Vela Apartments

Mission Grove

373-381 Gloria Ave

484 Nordyke Dr

207 Gramercy Pl

175 Alexander Ave

275 La Pala Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr
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1509 Mount Herman Dr

2750 Mckee Rd

279 La Pala Dr

3035 Westboro Dr

1281 Fleming Ave

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

223 Alexander Ave

2702-2744 Norita Ct

271 La Pala Dr

196 Gramercy Pl
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264 N White Rd

165 Gramercy Pl

226 Eastside Dr

164 Gramercy Pl

195 Gramercy Pl

177 Gramercy Pl

3831 Madeline Dr

3830 Madeline Dr

3016-3018 Westboro Dr

111 Nancy Ln
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133 Kirk Ave

456-458 Malabar Dr

157 Alexander Ave

171 Gramercy Pl

2230-2232 Dobern Ave

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2481 Clyda Dr

241 S Jackson Ave

2227 Berkeley Way

451-453 S Capitol Ave
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141 Harriet Ave

2750 Florence Ave

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Villa Fairlane

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Fairway Glen

Delano Apartments

2748 Kollmar Dr

Rosedale

554 Toyon Ave
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Nob Hill, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nob Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nob Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $2,190 | $2,699 |
| Nob Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $2,539 | $3,000 |
| Nob Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Nob Hill Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Foxdale | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxdale | 2x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.76 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Nob Hill, San Jose, CA
Linda Vista Elementary
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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.
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