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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Port Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (15 Rentals)
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$2,3001 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 15
2669 Somerset Park Cir, Unit 2669
2669 Somerset Park CirSan Jose, CA 95132
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$2,406 - $2,8921 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Peppertree Apartments
2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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$2,458 - $2,9701 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
eaves San Jose
1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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$2,519 - $4,4271 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Willow Lake
1331 Lakeshore CirSan Jose, CA 95131
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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$2,512 - $5,080Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Anton Aspire
730-750 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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Old Port, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Port?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Port Studio Apartments | $2,799 | $2,497 | $3,580 |
| Old Port 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,780 | $4,150 |
| Old Port 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,473 | $2,400 | $5,185 |
| Old Port 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,686 | $3,995 | $7,895 |
| Old Port 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,873 | $6,873 | $6,873 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Port Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Old Port, San Jose, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Old Port Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Port area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppertree Apartments priced from $2,406. Ilara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,459. Here are the most affordable Old Port apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,406 |
| Ilara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,459 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,469 |
| Apex | J2 | Studio,1BA | $2,497 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Port, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Port area is the $4.15 price per square foot Plan C1L Model at Gideon in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $7,895. The second greatest value Old Port apartment is the Diablo Model at The Crossing at Montague starting at $3,245 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Battaglia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Port apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gideon | Plan C1L | 3BR,2BA | $4.15 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Diablo | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Ilara | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| The Edge | A1-A | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Apex | J2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Port, San Jose, CA
Ranked #127
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Old Port, San Jose, CA
Cherrywood Elementary
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (497)
6 out of 10
Piedmont Hills High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1925)
10 out of 10
Sierramont Middle
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (677)
7 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Old Port Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Port Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Port?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Port is at Apex listed at $2,497.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Port Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Port Apartment is $2,406 at Peppertree Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Port Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Port is starting from $2,847 at eaves San Jose.
What is the most affordable Old Port Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Port Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Lake and starts from $4,027.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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