Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penitencia Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (14 Rentals)

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Delano Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Country Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club

256 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Bayshore Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayshore Estates

855 N Bayshore Rd WSan Jose, CA 95112

Penitencia, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Penitencia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penitencia area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,566. Clayburn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Penitencia apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Clayburn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,366

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penitencia, CA

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Penitencia area is the $2.62 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villa de Guadalupe in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,622. The second greatest value Penitencia apartment is the Diablo Model at The Crossing at Montague starting at $3,245 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penitencia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
The Crossing at MontagueDiablo2BR,1BA$3.47
eaves San JoseB32BR,2BA$3.31
Aviara2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.56
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Exhibit at J Town ApartmentsTA2d - 1BR 1.5BA Townhome + Den1BR,1.5BA$3.66
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.61
Palm Court Apartments2X12BR,1BA$4.00
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Penitencia, San Jose, CA

Ranked #233

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Penitencia Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penitencia Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penitencia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penitencia Apartment is $1,759 at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penitencia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penitencia is starting from $2,000 at Vela Apartments.

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