Cheap Homes for Rent in North Campus Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)

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property at 362 N 7th St

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1 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

362 N 7th St

San JoseCA95112
property at 468 S 6th St

$1,100 - $4,200

Studio To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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468 S 6th St

San JoseCA95112
property at 191 N 9th St

$1,600 - $3,550

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191 N 9th St

San JoseCA95112

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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 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St, Unit A0619 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable North Campus apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other)2BR,2BA$995
164 S 10th St, Unit A0619164 S 10th St1BR,4BA$1,240
The FranciscanRoom 8Studio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Campus, CA

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Campus area is the $3.67 price per square foot 1/1 Model at 795 N 2nd St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value North Campus apartment is the The Firenze Model at Villa Torino starting at $2,917 with a $3.40 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.
795 N 2nd St1/11BR,1BA$3.67
Villa TorinoThe Firenze1BR,1BA$3.40
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other)2BR,2BA$2.19
101 San FernandoPlan 1C1BR,1BA$3.40
33 South Third1/11BR,1BA$3.59
The Colonnade ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.92
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
Japantown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.36
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$3.45

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North Campus, San Jose, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Campus

What type of rentals are currently available in North Campus?

There are currently 662 Apartments for Rent in North Campus, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $6,072. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Campus ranging from $950 to $5,200.

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 $950 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,612.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Campus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Campus range from $3,346 to $5,744, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,585.

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