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Prospect Corners
1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainbow Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (16 Rentals)
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Blue Hills Studio
7213 Rainbow DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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North Colonial House
357 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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4775 Atherton Ave
4775 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Fountain Park
1026 S De Anza BlvdSan Jose, CA 95129
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Saratoga Savoy Apartments
1225-1255 Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
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San Jose Gardens
4668 Albany DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Atherton Terrace
4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Villa Collina Apartments
7250 Blue Hill DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Hamilton Villa
4515 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose
4963 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Country Lane Apartments
4760 Country LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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Florentine Villa Apartments
285 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Colonial House South
435 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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888 Golden Saratoga-Cupertino Apartment Homes
1546 Maurice LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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$1,652 - $2,152Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Westport Senior
21301 Point Reyes TerCupertino, CA 95014
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Rainbow, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainbow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Studio Apartments | $2,115 | $1,652 | $2,538 |
| Rainbow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $1,805 | $4,396 |
| Rainbow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,156 | $2,300 | $5,567 |
| Rainbow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,743 | $3,300 | $5,821 |
| Rainbow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,646 | $6,247 | $7,045 |
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Cheapest Available Rainbow Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainbow area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. Blue Hills Studio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Rainbow apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,256 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainbow, CA
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainbow area is the $3.30 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,450. The second greatest value Rainbow apartment is the 3 Bed/2Bath Model at San Jose Gardens starting at $3,699 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Loma Linda neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainbow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Villas | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.30 |
| San Jose Gardens | 3 Bed/2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| City Gate at Cupertino | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Saratoga Savoy Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| The Podium Apartments | D1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainbow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rainbow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rainbow is under $2,920.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rainbow?
The cheapest apartment in Rainbow is Westport Senior which is listed at $1,805, while the average apartment in Rainbow costs $6,646.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rainbow?
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 Rainbow that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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