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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Port Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)
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$2,256 - $2,8921 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Peppertree Apartments
2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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eaves San Jose
1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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$2,465 - $3,2251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Berryessa
1265 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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$2,3501 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 2, 2026
650 E Capitol Ave
650 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
650 E Capitol Ave
MilpitasCA95035
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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 | $2,801 | $2,410 | $3,078 |
| Old Port 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,952 | $1,750 | $4,115 |
| Old Port 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,555 | $2,350 | $4,770 |
| Old Port 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,543 | $2,728 | $7,725 |
| Old Port 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,825 | $9,825 | $9,825 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Port Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Sango Court priced from $1,982. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,256. Here are the most affordable Old Port apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sango Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,982 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,256 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,346 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
| Parc West | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Port, CA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Port area is the $3.14 price per square foot Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $2,623. The second greatest value Old Port apartment is the Plan 1B Model at Apex starting at $2,869 with a $3.79 price per square foot in the North San Jose 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Apex | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Ilara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Parc West | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Sango Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Port, San Jose, CA
Ranked #98
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Port Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Port?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Port is under $2,674.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Port?
The cheapest apartment in Old Port is Sango Court which is listed at $1,982, while the average apartment in Old Port costs $9,825.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Port?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Old Port that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Old Port?
Cheap apartments in Old Port have an average cost of $276 which is $9,549 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Port.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!