
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paseo Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (20 Rentals)
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27 North - Student Housing Apartments

163 Gifford Ave, Unit D

Total Monthly Price
164 S 10th St

Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia Ave
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145 N 5th Street

344 N 3rd St

694 S Second St

617 S 9th St

20 S Second St

Willow Pointe
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650 S 8th St

215 Oak St

Metro Gardens
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515 E WiLL

603 S 1st St
Paseo, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paseo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paseo Studio Apartments | $2,483 | $1,250 | $4,705 |
| Paseo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,187 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Paseo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Paseo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,045 | $5,101 |
| Paseo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,060 | $1,660 |
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Cheapest Available Paseo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paseo area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Paseo apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Spring 2026 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paseo, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paseo area is the $3.39 price per square foot TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft Model at Exhibit at J Town Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,694. The second greatest value Paseo apartment is the Plan 2A Model at 360 Residences starting at $3,987 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paseo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibit at J Town Apartments | TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft | 3BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 33 South Third | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Polaris Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paseo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Paseo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Paseo is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paseo?
The cheapest apartment in Paseo is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Paseo costs $3,691.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paseo?
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 103 regular apartments in Paseo 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 Paseo?
Cheap apartments in Paseo have an average cost of $1,117 which is $2,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paseo.
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