
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pleasant Knoll Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (17 Rentals)
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Pleasant Knoll, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pleasant Knoll?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Pleasant Knoll Studio Apartments | $2,136 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
Pleasant Knoll 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $2,306 | $2,459 |
Pleasant Knoll 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,888 | $2,757 | $3,000 |
Pleasant Knoll 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,021 | $3,021 | $3,021 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pleasant Knoll Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Pleasant Knoll Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pleasant Knoll area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Lion Villas priced from $1,850. Foxdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,927. Here are the most affordable Pleasant Knoll apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lion Villas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $2,579 |
Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Knoll, CA
As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pleasant Knoll area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Pleasant Knoll apartment is the The Atherton Model at The Carlyle starting at $2,447 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasant Knoll apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio | 3317 Kuykendall Pl | Studio ,1BA | $3.04 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
10715 Ridgeview Way | 10715 Ridgeview Way | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
Lion Villas | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePleasant Knoll, San Jose, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasant Knoll Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pleasant Knoll?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pleasant Knoll is under $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pleasant Knoll?
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 3 regular apartments in Pleasant Knoll that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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