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eaves West Valley
700 S Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Payne Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,900 (8 Rentals)
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The Grove
1919 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Colonial House
1560 San Tomas Aquino RdSan Jose, CA 95130
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Coffeetree Apartments
600 Marathon DrCampbell, CA 95008
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The Greenery Apartment Homes
999 W Hamilton AveCampbell, CA 95008
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3507 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Payne, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Payne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payne Studio Apartments | $2,329 | $1,905 | $3,196 |
| Payne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,185 | $2,100 | $4,606 |
| Payne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,707 | $2,505 | $10,000+ |
| Payne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,948 | $3,555 | $7,258 |
| Payne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,032 | $6,482 | $7,582 |
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Cheapest Available Payne Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Payne area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves West Valley priced from $1,905. Coffeetree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Payne apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves West Valley | 405 | Studio,1BA | $1,905 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Grove | Ruby- 475 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Payne, CA
As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Payne area is the $3.90 price per square foot Unit C Model at Santana Row in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,660. The second greatest value Payne apartment is the C1 Loft Model at Lynhaven starting at $3,989 with a $4.22 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Payne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santana Row | Unit C | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Lynhaven | C1 Loft | 2BR,1BA | $4.22 |
| Misora | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
| Avalon Campbell | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Cedar Glen | Pine Cone | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Hanover Winchester | B | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| The Greenery Apartment Homes | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| The Grove | Ruby- 475 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
| Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.44 |
| eaves West Valley | 405 | Studio ,1BA | $4.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePayne, San Jose, CA
Ranked #139
Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Payne Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Payne Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Payne?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Payne is under $3,012.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Payne?
The cheapest apartment in Payne is Coffeetree Apartments which is listed at $2,100, while the average apartment in Payne costs $7,032.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Payne?
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 9 regular apartments in Payne that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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