
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,537 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwood area of San Jose.


Amberwood Apartments

ReNew Berryessa

Willow Lake

2195 Klassen Wy

2073 Kiwi Walkway

2487 Jubilee Ln
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1895 N Capitol Ave

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1895 N Capitol Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID12374A

1841 Parkview Green Cir

Parc West

The Crossing at Montague

1423 S Milpitas Blvd
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Turing at The Fields

The Harlowe

The Edge

Graham at The Fields
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Lantana at Milpitas Station

260 Parc Pl Dr

Montevista Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

186-192 Selwyn Dr

1971 Landess Ave

Ilara
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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 | $3,121 | $2,475 | $3,410 |
| Northwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,416 | $2,600 | $4,395 |
| Northwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,772 | $3,182 | $5,255 |
| Northwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $2,900 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwood Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Amberwood Apartments priced from $2,700. ReNew Berryessa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,999. Here are the most affordable Northwood apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3,117 |
| Apex | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,237 |
| The Harlowe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3,336 |
| Turing at The Fields | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,455 |
| Amalfi Apartments | B1-B | 2BR,2BA | $3,910 |
| Gideon | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,305 |
| Graham at The Fields | Plan A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwood, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwood area is the $3.84 price per square foot Plan B2 Model at Gideon in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,305. The second greatest value Northwood apartment is the Plan A1 Loft Model at Graham at The Fields starting at $4,345 with a $4.45 price per square foot in the North San Jose 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gideon | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Graham at The Fields | Plan A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| Amalfi Apartments | B1-B | 2BR,2BA | $4.25 |
| Turing at The Fields | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.68 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Apex | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| The Harlowe | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwood Apartment is $2,700 at Amberwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwood is starting from $3,339 at ReNew Berryessa.
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