
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northlake Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,800 (41 Rentals)
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Northlake Ambassador Apartments

Rosa Crest Studio

Sycamore Park

Boynton Greens Apartments

559 Kiely Blvd

419-519 Northlake Dr

538 Troy Dr
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503 S Kiely Blvd

551 Northlake Dr

529 Troy Dr

611 Rebecca Way

3844 Moorpark Ave

571 Troy Dr

3804 Moorpark Ave

3655 Greenlee Dr
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572 Troy Dr

519-521 Westlake Dr

511 Troy Dr

533-531 Westlake Dr

3775 Trina Way

525 Northlake Dr

513 Northlake Dr

544 Troy Dr
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545 Northlake Dr

530 Troy Dr

518 Troy Dr

564 Troy Dr

507 Kiely Blvd

549 Troy Dr

501 Kiely Blvd

3832 Moorpark Ave
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3776 Moorpark Ave

605 Rebecca Way

The Mediterranean Apartments

ReNew 4NinetyEight

Brittany House Apartments

3680 Greenlee Dr

The Terrace Apartments

470 Apartments
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Northlake, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northlake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northlake Studio Apartments | $1,914 | $1,850 | $1,947 |
| Northlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $2,100 | $3,441 |
| Northlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,864 | $2,595 | $3,469 |
| Northlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $3,150 | $3,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northlake Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northlake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northlake area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boynton Greens Apartments priced from $2,350. ReNew 4NinetyEight has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,309. Here are the most affordable Northlake apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boynton Greens Apartments | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| ReNew 4NinetyEight | Westlake | 2BR,1BA | $3,309 |
| La Terraza | Avila | 1BR,1BA | $3,326 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northlake, CA
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northlake area is the $4.03 price per square foot Avila Model at La Terraza in the in the Northlake neighborhood starting from $3,326. The second greatest value Northlake apartment is the Westlake Model at ReNew 4NinetyEight starting at $3,309 with a $4.60 price per square foot in the Northlake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northlake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Terraza | Avila | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| ReNew 4NinetyEight | Westlake | 2BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| Boynton Greens Apartments | 1 br | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northlake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northlake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northlake Apartment is $2,350 at Boynton Greens Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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