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

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The Carlyle
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlyle

2909 Nieman BlvdSan Jose, CA 95148
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373-381 Gloria Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

373-381 Gloria Ave

373-381 Gloria AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Rosedale
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosedale

2820 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
Corporate Housing
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2748 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2748 Kollmar Dr

2748 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2752 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2752 Kollmar Dr

2752 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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484 Nordyke Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

484 Nordyke Dr

484 Nordyke DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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3035 Westboro Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

3035 Westboro Dr

3035 Westboro DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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2710-2718 Kollmar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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1281 Fleming Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1281 Fleming Ave

1281 Fleming AveSan Jose, CA 95127

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Pleasant Knoll, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lion VillasStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$1,927
The CarlyleThe Atherton1BR,1BA$2,579
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.41
The CarlyleThe Atherton1BR,1BA$3.22
3317 Kuykendall Pl, Unit Studio3317 Kuykendall PlStudio ,1BA$3.04
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$4.17
10715 Ridgeview Way10715 Ridgeview WayStudio ,1BA$5.00
Lion VillasStudioStudio ,1BA$4.51

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pleasant Knoll, San Jose, CA

Ranked #447

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.