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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,200 (19 Rentals)
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$2,423 - $3,0701 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
eaves San Jose
1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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$2,620 - $3,3651 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Berryessa
1265 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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$2,680 - $2,8801 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Amberwood Apartments
1543 Ambergrove DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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$2,697 - $4,2151 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Woodland Meadow
1600 Whitewood DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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$2,727 - $4,3991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Willow Lake
1331 Lakeshore CirSan Jose, CA 95131
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650 E Capitol Ave
MilpitasCA95035
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$2,625 - $4,0951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Crossing at Montague
755 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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$2,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 2, 2026
650 E Capitol Ave
650 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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$2,720 - $4,130Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Turing at The Fields
1365 McCandless DrMilpitas, CA 95035
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$2,778 - $4,414Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Harlowe
1821 S Milpitas BlvdMilpitas, CA 95035
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$2,778 - $3,6151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Amalfi Apartments
1251 Merry LoopMilpitas, CA 95035
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Northwood, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Studio Apartments | $2,923 | $2,597 | $3,580 |
| Northwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $2,250 | $4,115 |
| Northwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,545 | $2,350 | $5,095 |
| Northwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,718 | $3,995 | $7,725 |
| Northwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,782 | $8,782 | $8,782 |
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Cheapest Available Northwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwood area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at eaves San Jose priced from $2,434. The Crossing at Montague has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable Northwood apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,434 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,630 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,680 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,701 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwood, CA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwood area is the $3.47 price per square foot Diablo Model at The Crossing at Montague in the in the Battaglia neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value Northwood apartment is the Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow starting at $2,697 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing at Montague | Diablo | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Apex | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Ilara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| Amalfi Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| eaves San Jose | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Edge | A1-A | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Northwood, San Jose, CA
Northwood Elementary
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (432)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the Northwood Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwood is under $2,799.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwood?
The cheapest apartment in Northwood is eaves San Jose which is listed at $2,434, while the average apartment in Northwood costs $8,782.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwood?
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 3 regular apartments in Northwood 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 Northwood?
Cheap apartments in Northwood have an average cost of $339 which is $8,443 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwood.
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