Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Piedmont Hills Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (35 Rentals)

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1298 Quincy Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1298 Quincy Dr

1298 Quincy DrSan Jose, CA 95132
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279 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

279 La Pala Dr

279 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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275 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

275 La Pala Dr

275 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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1244 Quincy Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1244 Quincy Dr

1244 Quincy DrSan Jose, CA 95132
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3215 Rockport Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3215 Rockport Ave

3215 Rockport AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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Centered on Capitol
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Centered on Capitol

1302-1350 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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4-plex
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4-plex

3192 Landess AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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264 N White Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

264 N White Rd

264 N White RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Capitol Station
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Station

700-780 Grandview TerSan Jose, CA 95133

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271 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

271 La Pala Dr

271 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Villa Fairlane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Fairlane

264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Fairway Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Glen

448 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Creekview Inn
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Creekview Inn

965-967 Lundy AveSan Jose, CA 95133
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The Verandas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Verandas

1868 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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Betty Ann Gardens
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Betty Ann Gardens

941-949 Lundy AveSan Jose, CA 95133

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554 Toyon Ave
Studio Apartments

554 Toyon Ave

554 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Quail Hills
1 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Hills

1260 Piedmont RdSan Jose, CA 95132
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Elena Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elena Gardens

1902-1986 Lakewood DrSan Jose, CA 95132

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Villas at Metro
3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Metro

1183 Merry LoopMilpitas, CA 95035
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700 Dempsey Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

700 Dempsey Rd

700 Dempsey RdMilpitas, CA 95035

Piedmont Hills, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Piedmont Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Piedmont Hills area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Amberwood Apartments priced from $2,700. eaves San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,735. Here are the most affordable Piedmont Hills apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amberwood Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2,700
eaves San Jose281Studio,1BA$2,735
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,2BA$2,800
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,919

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Piedmont Hills, CA

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Piedmont Hills area is the $3.18 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Piedmont Hills apartment is the 1 bed/1 bath Model at Amberwood Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $4.14 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Piedmont Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Amberwood Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$4.14
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$4.67

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Piedmont Hills, San Jose, CA

Ranked #225

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Piedmont Hills Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Piedmont Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Piedmont Hills Apartment is $2,700 at Amberwood Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Piedmont Hills is starting from $2,800 at Country Club Villa.

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