Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olinder Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (51 Rentals)

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Willow Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Pointe

1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112

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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pollard Plaza Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pollard Plaza Apartment

1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jeanne D ARC Manor

85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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650 S 8th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

650 S 8th St

650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
1 Bedroom Apartments

215 Oak St

215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Metro Gardens
Studio Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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603 S 1st St
Studio Apartments

603 S 1st St

603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Alum Rock Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Reed Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Reed Apartments

283 E Reed StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miraido Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miraido Village

520-566 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Tao Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tao Apartments

544 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Station

439 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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670-686 S. 8th
1 Bedroom Apartments

670-686 S. 8th

670-686 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Olinder, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Olinder Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olinder area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,200. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable Olinder apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Vintage TowerVT1B1BB1BR,1BA$1,721
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
Westwood Properties55 S 6thStudio,1BA$1,800
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,835
The Ruckers MansionAPT#1Studio,1BA$1,900
The Kelsey Ayer Station80% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,989
Japantown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,015
Valley West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olinder, CA

As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olinder area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Olinder apartment is the 163 Gifford Ave Model at 163 Gifford Ave, Unit B starting at $3,400 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olinder apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
175 W Saint James St2/22BR,2BA$2.75
163 Gifford Ave, Unit B163 Gifford Ave3BR,1BA$2.83
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
101 San FernandoPlan - 2 Bed / 2 Bath Townhome2BR,2BA$2.99
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
1298 Shortridge Ave, Unit B1298 Shortridge Ave2BR,1BA$2.80
Foundry CommonsC1 (2x2)2BR,2BA$3.05
Sparta505 - Student HousingPlan F2BR,2BA$2.79
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Jose. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Olinder Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

56 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olinder Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olinder?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olinder is at Pensione Esperanza listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olinder Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olinder Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olinder Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olinder is starting from $2,000 at Vela Apartments.

What is the most affordable Olinder Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Olinder Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vela Apartments and starts from $2,211.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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