Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Willow Glen Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)

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912 - 914 Delbert Way
Studio Apartments

912 - 914 Delbert Way

912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Almaden House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almaden House

2415 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Tamien Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tamien Station

1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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875 Northrup St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

875 Northrup St

875 Northrup StSan Jose, CA 95126
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357 Willow Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 Willow Street

357 Willow StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Sandalwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

1371 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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2069 Radio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2069 Radio AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Old Willow Glen, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Glen Eyrie Apartments priced from $1,850. Sandalwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Old Willow Glen apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Eyrie ApartmentsGlen Eyrie StudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$1,927
43 Lester Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,975
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Willow Glen, CA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Willow Glen area is the $3.52 price per square foot D-3X2 Model at Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Old Willow Glen apartment is the 2x2 Model at Almaden 1930 starting at $2,776 with a $2.82 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Almaden Terrace Apartment HomesD-3X23BR,2BA$3.52
Almaden 19302x22BR,2BA$2.82
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 42BR,2BA$3.45
1776 ApartmentsFranklin2BR,2BA$3.22
ElementsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.24
Mosaic ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.22
AlterraTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$3.39
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$3.37
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$3.35
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.45

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Willow Glen, San Jose, CA

Ranked #332

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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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 Summercrest Villas which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Old Willow Glen costs $3,595.

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 2 regular apartments in Old Willow Glen that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!