
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Piedmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,300 (32 Rentals)
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ReNew Berryessa

1298 Quincy Dr

4-plex

3215 Rockport Ave

1244 Quincy Dr

Centered on Capitol

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Elena Gardens

Quail Hills

The Crossing at Montague

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Lantana at Milpitas Station

Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood

1594 Adams Avenue
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1666 Adams Ave

1654 Adams Ave

180-184 Dempsey Rd

1188 Edsel Dr

347-349 Lynn Ave

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257-259 Selwyn Dr
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159 Selwyn Dr

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700 Dempsey Rd

1626 Adams St

Spring Valley

186-192 Selwyn Dr

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Old Piedmont, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Piedmont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Piedmont Studio Apartments | $3,412 | $2,935 | $3,890 |
| Old Piedmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,990 | $2,350 | $3,717 |
| Old Piedmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,665 | $2,995 | $4,450 |
| Old Piedmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $3,395 | $4,095 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Piedmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Piedmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Piedmont area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood priced from $2,350. Spring Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,387. Here are the most affordable Old Piedmont apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Spring Valley | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,387 |
| eaves San Jose | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,603 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,759 |
| Lantana at Milpitas Station | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3,167 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Piedmont, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Piedmont area is the $3.99 price per square foot 3x1 Model at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood in the in the Midtown Milpitas neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Old Piedmont apartment is the A7 Model at Lantana at Milpitas Station starting at $3,167 with a $4.92 price per square foot in the Battaglia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Piedmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Lantana at Milpitas Station | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Spring Valley | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
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Best Local Schools in Old Piedmont, San Jose, CA
Majestic Way Elementary
Piedmont Hills High
Sierramont Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Piedmont Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Piedmont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Piedmont Apartment is $2,350 at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Piedmont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Piedmont is starting from $2,968 at Spring Valley.
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