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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (40 Rentals)
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164 S 10th St
164 S 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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685 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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715 E Saint John StSan Jose, CA 95112
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
684 Modern Ice Dr
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Westwood Properties
55-75 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Parkside Terrace
463 Wooster AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Metropolitan Court Apartments
390 N 2nd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Mabuhay Court Apartments
488 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miraido Village
520-566 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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SRO-Apartment Building
507 N 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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650 S 8th St
650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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515 E WiLL
515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Fourth St. Apartments
375-395 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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39-0008
74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Gran Valle Apartments
33 E Empire StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Reed Apartments
283 E Reed StSan Jose, CA 95112
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79 N 10th St
79 N 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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First Street Manor
523-530 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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742 S. 9th St. Apartments
742 S 9th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Tao Apartments
544 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Station
439 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Fourth Street Apartments
542 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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670-686 S. 8th
670-686 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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625 S 11th St
625 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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N. San Pedro Apartments
515 N San Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95110
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1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose
1040-1058 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Northside, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Studio Apartments | $2,635 | $1,400 | $3,818 |
| Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $1,240 | $7,787 |
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,201 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $1,720 | $6,095 |
| Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,585 | $5,811 |
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| The Franciscan | Room 14 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Japantown Senior Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,709 |
| 79 N 10th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $3.53 price per square foot B09 Model at The James in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,394. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the The Capri BMR Model at Villa Torino starting at $3,416 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The James | B09 | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
| Villa Torino | The Capri BMR | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Marquis | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Fall 2026 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 716 North First Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Legacy Fountain Plaza | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northside is under $1,980.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?
The cheapest apartment in Northside is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Northside costs $4,341.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?
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 7 regular apartments in Northside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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