Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pierce Ranch Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (38 Rentals)

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1641 Merrill
2 Bedroom Apartments

1641 Merrill

1641 Merrill DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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1588 Blossom Hill
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1588 Blossom Hill

1588 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95118
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5860 El Zuparko Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5860 El Zuparko Dr

5860 El Zuparko DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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5895 El Dori Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5895 El Dori Dr

5895 El Dori DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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5747 Almaden Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5747 Almaden Rd

5747 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95118

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5714 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5714 Via Monte Dr

5714 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5743 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5743 Via Monte Dr

5743 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5724 Tucson Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5724 Tucson Dr

5724 Tucson DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5718 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5718 Via Monte Dr

5718 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5734 Tucson Dr
Studio Apartments

5734 Tucson Dr

5734 Tucson DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5876-5878 Dori Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5876-5878 Dori Dr

5876-5878 Dori DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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1643 Merrill Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1643 Merrill Dr

1643 Merrill DrSan Jose, CA 95124

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5719 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5719 Via Monte Dr

5719 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5521 Harlow Way
Studio Apartments

5521 Harlow Way

5521 Harlow WaySan Jose, CA 95124
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5752 Via Monte
2 Bedroom Apartments

5752 Via Monte

5752 Via MonteSan Jose, CA 95118
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5710 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5710 Via Monte Dr

5710 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5709 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5709 Via Monte Dr

5709 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5867 El Zuparko Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5867 El Zuparko Dr

5867 El Zuparko DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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5727 Via Monte Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5727 Via Monte Dr

5727 Via Monte DrSan Jose, CA 95118
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5535 Harlow Way
Studio Apartments

5535 Harlow Way

5535 Harlow WaySan Jose, CA 95124

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Holly Oaks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Holly Oaks Apartments

5500 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Vivente II
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Vivente II

5347 Dent AveSan Jose, CA 95118
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Le Mirador
1 Bedroom Apartments

Le Mirador

1191 Coleman RdSan Jose, CA 95120
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Arbor Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Apartments

1582 Kooser RdSan Jose, CA 95118

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132 Belwood Ln
Studio Apartments

132 Belwood Ln

132 Belwood LnLos Gatos, CA 95032

Pierce Ranch, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Pierce Ranch Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Almaden Lake VillageOne Bedroom A1C1BR,1BA$3,448

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pierce Ranch, CA

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pierce Ranch area is the $3.00 price per square foot 1657 Merrill Dr Model at 1657 Merrill Dr, Unit C in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Pierce Ranch apartment is the 5744 Via Monte Dr Model at 5744 Via Monte Dr, Unit 5744 Via Monte Dr. Unit C starting at $2,550 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pierce Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1657 Merrill Dr, Unit C1657 Merrill Dr2BR,1BA$3.00
5744 Via Monte Dr, Unit 5744 Via Monte Dr. Unit C5744 Via Monte Dr2BR,1BA$3.19
Almaden Lake VillageOne Bedroom A1C1BR,1BA$5.52

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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
Pierce Ranch, San Jose, CA

Ranked #462

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

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2.5
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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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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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