Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palomar Borello Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (127 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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The Grove
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$2,500 - $2,626
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$2,500 - $2,626
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Grove

1919 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Standard (CA)
$2,803 - $5,335
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The Standard (CA)

515 Lincoln AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Delmas Park
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Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Trestles Apartments
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Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Page Street Studios
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Page Street Studios

333 Page StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pensione Esperanza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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912 - 914 Delbert Way
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912 - 914 Delbert Way

912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Turnleaf Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turnleaf Apartments

3201 Loma Verde DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Palomar Borello, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palomar Borello Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palomar Borello area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. 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 Palomar Borello apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
23 Fifty BascomStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,886
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Campbell HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
The Cedars StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palomar Borello, CA

As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palomar Borello area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2BD, 2BTH A Model at Villas Willow Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,236. The second greatest value Palomar Borello apartment is the B1-R Model at Palms at the Pruneyard starting at $2,978 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palomar Borello apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas Willow Glen2BD, 2BTH A2BR,2BA$3.14
Palms at the PruneyardB1-R2BR,1BA$3.02
Willow Glen Apartments2x22BR,2BA$3.11
Central Park ApartmentsBroadway-Standard2BR,2BA$3.10
Boynton BrooksDown stairs unit1BR,1BA$2.86
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+Sequoia2BR,1BA$2.67
The Pines Apartments3bedroom 1 bath3BR,1BA$2.99
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.57
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palomar Borello Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Palomar Borello?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palomar Borello is under $2,075.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palomar Borello?

The cheapest apartment in Palomar Borello is 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Palomar Borello costs $5,145.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palomar Borello?

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 25 regular apartments in Palomar Borello 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 Palomar Borello?

Cheap apartments in Palomar Borello have an average cost of $292 which is $4,853 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palomar Borello.

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

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.