Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer North San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (42 Rentals)

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Stonegate
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

4401 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Villa Savannah
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Savannah

4511 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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1045-1055 Lewis St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1045-1055 Lewis St

1045-1055 Lewis StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Monroe Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Commons

2330 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Lilyanne Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lilyanne Apartment

1900 Scott BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

1457-1475 Santa Clara StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1882 Amelia Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

1882 Amelia Way

1882 Amelia WaySanta Clara, CA 95050
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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
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Jefferson Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Street

1211 Jefferson StSanta Clara, CA 95050

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2144 Royal Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2144 Royal Dr

2144 Royal DrSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Main Street Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Main Street Apartments

2020 Main StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Outer North San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 Mainline North Apartments - Santa Clara, CA priced from $1,706. 708 N 1st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Outer North San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mainline North Apartments - Santa Clara, CAStudioStudio,1BA$1,706
708 N 1st St1/11BR,1BA$1,795
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,935
Civic Plaza ApartmentsMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath Senior1BR,1BA$1,980
St. Anton ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$2,064
Bella VistaJR 1x1-5091BR,1BA$2,259
Royal Palms Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Bassett Davis Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2,395
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer North San Jose, CA

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer North San Jose area is the $2.83 price per square foot Monte Carlo Model at River Terrace in the in the North Santa Clara neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Outer North San Jose apartment is the Mollino Model at Domicilio starting at $4,041 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer North San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River TerraceMonte Carlo2BR,2BA$2.83
DomicilioMollino2BR,2BA$3.40
121 TasmanB72BR,2BA$2.98
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.82
Waterford PlaceThe Carlton1BR,1BA$3.45
Solera Apartment CommunityPlan A11BR,1BA$3.56
Royal Palms Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.28
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.77
708 N 1st St1/11BR,1BA$2.97
Civic Plaza ApartmentsMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath Senior1BR,1BA$3.69

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Outer North San Jose Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer North San Jose Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer North San Jose?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer North San Jose is under $2,495.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer North San Jose?

The cheapest apartment in Outer North San Jose is 708 N 1st St which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Outer North San Jose costs $6,657.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer North San Jose?

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 17 regular apartments in Outer North San Jose 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 Outer North San Jose?

Cheap apartments in Outer North San Jose have an average cost of $141 which is $6,516 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer North San Jose.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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

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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!