
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer North San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (107 Rentals)
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1525 N First St

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67 E Hedding St, Unit SI FL0-ID1737

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73 E Hedding St, Unit SI FL0-ID1738

Furnished Studio-San Jose - Airport

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The Redwoods at North Park

708 N 1st St

716 North First Street

Waterford Place

Enso

795 N 2nd St

Fountains at River Oaks

Vendome Place

450 Navaro Way

2105 Corte Primavera
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2295 Anna Dr

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2217 Los Padres Boulevard

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Greenpointe

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Passero

Apex
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Outer North San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer North San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer North San Jose Studio Apartments | $3,775 | $1,743 | $7,000 |
| Outer North San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $1,861 | $7,371 |
| Outer North San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,958 | $2,495 | $9,504 |
| Outer North San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,807 | $3,448 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 107 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer North San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer North San Jose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer North San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Atrium Garden priced from $1,945. 313 San Petra Ct has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Outer North San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium Garden | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| 313 San Petra Ct | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Bassett Davis Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,420 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,507 |
| 1800 Civic Center | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| 716 North First Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,725 |
| Enso | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,907 |
| Century Towers | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,939 |
| Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $2,997 |
| Epic | Chronicle | 1BR,1BA | $3,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer North San Jose, CA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer North San Jose area is the $4.01 price per square foot 2x2-1183 Model at Carlyle in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,745. The second greatest value Outer North San Jose apartment is the Catalonia Model at River Terrace starting at $4,059 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the North Santa Clara neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer North San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle | 2x2-1183 | 2BR,2BA | $4.01 |
| River Terrace | Catalonia | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| Venue Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.20 |
| Fountains at River Oaks | Victoria Falls | 2BR,2BA | $3.82 |
| 1800 Civic Center | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 313 San Petra Ct | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 716 North First Street | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Apex | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| Epic | Chronicle | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer North San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer North San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer North San Jose is at Atrium Garden listed at $1,945.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer North San Jose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer North San Jose Apartment is $2,420 at Bassett Davis Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer North San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer North San Jose is starting from $2,395 at 313 San Petra Ct.
What is the most affordable Outer North San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer North San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Park Apartment Homes and starts from $6,295.
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