
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Piedmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,100 (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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Lantana at Milpitas Station

Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood

1594 Adams Avenue
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180-184 Dempsey Rd

1188 Edsel Dr

347-349 Lynn Ave

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257-259 Selwyn Dr
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47 N Temple Dr

159 Selwyn Dr

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700 Dempsey Rd

1626 Adams St

186-192 Selwyn Dr

Spring Valley

The Laura Apartments
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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 | $2,667 | $2,100 | $3,380 |
| Old Piedmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,076 | $2,350 | $3,672 |
| Old Piedmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,397 | $2,995 | $4,260 |
| Old Piedmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,802 | $3,395 | $4,260 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 Studio unit found at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood priced from $2,100. eaves San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,475. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| eaves San Jose | 330 | Studio,1BA | $2,475 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
| Spring Valley | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,279 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Piedmont, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Piedmont area is the $3.94 price per square foot 2 bed 1 bath Model at Spring Valley in the in the Midtown Milpitas neighborhood starting from $3,279. The second greatest value Old Piedmont apartment is the Sierra Model at ReNew Berryessa starting at $2,999 with a $4.69 price per square foot in the East San Jose 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
| Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| eaves San Jose | 330 | Studio ,1BA | $7.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Old Piedmont, San Jose, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Piedmont Apartments
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 $2,995 at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood.
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