
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Willow Glen Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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875 Northrup St

Almaden

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Almaden

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357 Willow St

Koi Creek

2069 Radio Ave

43 Lester Ave

Sandalwood Apartments

40 Glen Eyrie Ave

48 Lester Ave
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327 Willow St

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Alterra

The Glens Apartments

1676 Hicks Ave

Villas Willow Glen
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Old Willow Glen, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Willow Glen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Willow Glen Studio Apartments | $2,176 | $1,870 | $2,470 |
| Old Willow Glen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,594 | $3,510 |
| Old Willow Glen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $2,435 | $4,208 |
| Old Willow Glen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,639 | $4,639 | $4,639 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Old Willow Glen Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Willow Glen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Willow Glen area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only priced from $1,594. 875 Northrup St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Old Willow Glen apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| Glen Eyrie Apartments | Glen Eyrie Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,870 |
| 40 Glen Eyrie Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 48 Lester Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| 1776 Apartments | Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
| Alterra | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,223 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Willow Glen, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Willow Glen area is the $3.02 price per square foot Plan 3 Model at Scotia Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,381. The second greatest value Old Willow Glen apartment is the Plan 1 Model at Elements starting at $3,375 with a $3.92 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Willow Glen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Alterra | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 1776 Apartments | Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| 48 Lester Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 40 Glen Eyrie Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Willow Glen Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Willow Glen?
The cheapest apartment in Old Willow Glen is The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only which is listed at $1,594, while the average apartment in Old Willow Glen costs $4,639.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Willow Glen?
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 8 regular apartments in Old Willow Glen that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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