
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Grove Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen

Charlotte Park Apartments

Thornbridge

Blossom Oaks Apartments

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4666 Tango Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Woods Apartments

Orchard Park Apartments

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275 Tradewinds Dr, Unit 5, Unit 5
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Santa Teresa Apartments

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Blossom Hill

La Moraga Apartments

Duo Apartments

Bella Villagio

Terra House Apartments

Santa Palmia at Palm Valley

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Foothills Apartments

The Lex
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Rosewalk Apartment Homes

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Ascent

ViO

5933 Sunstone Dr, Unit 406, Unit 406

5525 Great Oaks Pky

464 Tower Hill Ave

464 Tower Hill Ave

Eden Palms Apartments
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5332 Monterey Rd

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Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley

Sofi Waterford Park

Villa Veneto at Palm Valley
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Oak Grove, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Studio Apartments | $2,093 | $995 | $3,401 |
| Oak Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $1,061 | $3,921 |
| Oak Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,391 | $2,112 | $4,924 |
| Oak Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,120 | $3,275 | $4,774 |
| Oak Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,388 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Grove Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Grove area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here are the most affordable Oak Grove apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,822 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Greenemere | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Santa Teresa Apartments | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,444 |
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | La Spezia | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Grove, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Grove area is the $3.14 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,311. The second greatest value Oak Grove apartment is the 3Bdroom Model at Foothills Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Foothills Apartments | 3Bdroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Santa Palmia at Palm Valley | Il Greco | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Bloomhurst | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | La Spezia | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 275 Tradewinds Dr, Unit 5 | 275 Tradewinds Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Grove, San Jose, CA
Ranked #210
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oak Grove, San Jose, CA
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Grove Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Grove?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Grove is under $2,529.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Grove?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Grove is Charlotte Park Apartments which is listed at $1,822, while the average apartment in Oak Grove costs $13,388.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Grove?
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 27 regular apartments in Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove?
Cheap apartments in Oak Grove have an average cost of $611 which is $12,777 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Grove.
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