68 Pala Ave
San JoseCA95127
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241 Pamela Ave, Unit 4
241 Pamela AveSan Jose, CA 95116
2498 Amaryl Dr
San JoseCA95132
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$2,415 - $3,840Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
eaves San Jose
1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
2249 Belthorn Ct
San JoseCA95131
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Peppertree Apartments
2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Amberwood Apartments
1543 Ambergrove DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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$2,748 - $4,291
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1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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2009 Swansea Ct
2009 Swansea CtSan Jose, CA 95132
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Arbor Terraces
2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Villa Fairlane
264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Country Club Garden Apartments
256 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
259 N Capitol Ave
San JoseCA95127
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Foothill Manor Apartments
245 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
3408 Prince Albert Ct
San JoseCA95132
2002 Tradan Dr
San JoseCA95132
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1423 S Milpitas Blvd
MilpitasCA95035
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$2,700 - $4,1701 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
The Crossing at Montague
755 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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North Valley, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley Studio Apartments | $2,797 | $2,415 | $3,270 |
| North Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $2,599 | $3,646 |
| North Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,635 | $2,795 | $4,530 |
| North Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,296 | $2,900 | $4,899 |
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Cheapest Available North Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Valley area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves San Jose priced from $2,415. Amberwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable North Valley apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves San Jose | 281 | Studio,1BA | $2,415 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
| The Harlowe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,933 |
| LINQ | A3 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Valley, CA
As of July 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Valley area is the $3.37 price per square foot Cedar Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $3,766. The second greatest value North Valley apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at Fairway Glen starting at $3,368 with a $3.62 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Woodland Meadow | Cedar | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.96 |
| The Edge | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| LINQ | A3 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| The Harlowe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.63 |
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Best Local Schools in North Valley, San Jose, CA
Cherrywood Elementary
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (425)
6 out of 10
Piedmont Hills High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1918)
10 out of 10
Sierramont Middle
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (742)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Valley?
The cheapest apartment in North Valley is Amberwood Apartments which is listed at $2,700, while the average apartment in North Valley costs $4,806.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Valley?
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 1 regular apartments in North Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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