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North Campus, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Campus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Campus area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vintage Tower priced from $1,605. 515 E WiLL has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,680. Here are the most affordable North Campus apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vintage Tower1 Bedroom 1 Bath 45%1BR,1BA$1,605
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$1,680
The Kelsey Ayer Station60% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Campus, CA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Campus area is the $2.53 price per square foot 421 N 13th St Model at 421 N 13th St, Unit House in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $7,499. The second greatest value North Campus apartment is the Regent Model at The Esplanade starting at $4,659 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Campus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
421 N 13th St, Unit House421 N 13th St6BR,6BA$2.53
The EsplanadeRegent3BR,3BA$3.12
360 ResidencesPlan A31BR,1BA$3.48
428 S 11th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.88
Westwood Properties55 S 6th1BR,1BA$2.81
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
Japantown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.28
Vintage Tower1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.36
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$3.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Campus

What type of rentals are currently available in North Campus?

There are currently 659 Apartments for Rent in North Campus, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,605 to $7,499. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Campus ranging from $1,300 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Campus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Campus ranges from $1,300 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,532.

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

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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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.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.