
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Piedmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,100 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old Piedmont area of San Jose.


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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $2,350 | $3,285 |
| Old Piedmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,327 | $2,895 | $4,050 |
| Old Piedmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $3,395 | $4,095 |
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 The Laura Apartments priced from $2,100. Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable Old Piedmont apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laura Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Spring Valley | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,373 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,446 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| Lantana at Milpitas Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Piedmont, CA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Piedmont area is the $4.28 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood in the in the Midtown Milpitas neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Old Piedmont apartment is the A1 Model at eaves San Jose starting at $2,459 with a $3.69 price per square foot in the Berryessa 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 | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Lantana at Milpitas Station | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Spring Valley | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| The Laura Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Piedmont, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 $2,345 at Spring Valley.
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 $2,786 at Spring Valley.
What is the most affordable Old Piedmont Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Piedmont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood and starts from $3,395.
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