Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (161 Rentals)

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1055 Vermont
Studio Apartments

1055 Vermont

1055 Vermont StSan Jose, CA 95126

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N. San Pedro Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

N. San Pedro Apartments

515 N San Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Stonegate
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

4401 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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708 N 1st St
3 Bedroom Apartments

708 N 1st St

708 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112

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

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property at 819 Rubis Dr

$1,950

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$1,950
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 15

819 Rubis Dr

SunnyvaleCA94087

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3686 Poinciana Dr
$2,195 - $2,250
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3686 Poinciana Dr

3686 Poinciana DrSanta Clara, CA 95051
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North San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Parkside Studios priced from $1,235. Borregas Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable North San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,400
Calabazas Community ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Miramar41BR,1BA$1,850
Orchard Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,927
Atrium GardenA1Studio,1BA$1,945
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio1BR,1BA$1,988
Plaza StudiosStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$2,025
Bali Hai Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,045
Civic Plaza ApartmentsSenior Housing Floor Plan A1BR,1BA$2,084

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North San Jose, CA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the North San Jose area is the $2.82 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value North San Jose apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Encinal Place starting at $3,895 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ranchero2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.82
Encinal Place2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.26
1800 Civic Center2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.73
313 San Petra Ct2x12BR,1BA$2.83
716 North First Street2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.30
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.35
2217 Los Padres BoulevardTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.24
3686 Poinciana Dr3686 Poinciana Dr2BR,1BA$2.81
Miramar41BR,1BA$3.36
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North San Jose Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North San Jose?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North San Jose is under $2,084.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North San Jose?

The cheapest apartment in North San Jose is Miramar which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in North San Jose costs $16,130.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North San Jose?

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 9 regular apartments in North San Jose 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 North San Jose?

Cheap apartments in North San Jose have an average cost of $101 which is $16,029 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North San Jose.

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.