Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Port Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (18 Rentals)

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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LINQ
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

LINQ

1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Sofi Berryessa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Berryessa

750 N King RdSan Jose, CA 95133

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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
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Old Port, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Port Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Port area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves San Jose priced from $2,264. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,356. Here are the most affordable Old Port apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
eaves San Jose330Studio,1BA$2,264
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,356
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,495
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,580
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,615

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Port, CA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Port area is the $2.83 price per square foot 3249 Rockport Ave Model at 3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A in the in the East San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Old Port apartment is the B4-A1 Model at The Edge starting at $3,575 with a $4.09 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A3249 Rockport Ave3BR,2BA$2.83
The EdgeB4-A12BR,2BA$4.09
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.26
Turing at The FieldsPlan A41BR,1BA$3.96
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.57
ApexA11BR,1BA$3.66
IlaraA11BR,1BA$4.07
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.77
The Crossing at MontagueTrinity1BR,1BA$3.96
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.91

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Old Port, San Jose, CA

Ranked #288

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Port Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Port Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Port Apartment is $2,356 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 $2,807 at Peppertree Apartments.

What is the most affordable Old Port Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Port Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Graham at The Fields and starts from $5,200.

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