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Stevens Creek
4300 Stevens Creek BlvdSan Jose, CA 95129
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North Colonial House
357 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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7213 Rainbow DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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4775 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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1225-1255 Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
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481 Auburn Way
San JoseCA95129
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Fountain Park
1026 S De Anza BlvdSan Jose, CA 95129
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Atherton Terrace
4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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7250 Blue Hill DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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4963 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Country Lane Apartments
4760 Country LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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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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San Jose Gardens
4668 Albany DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Hamilton Apartments
4680 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Villa Victoria Apartments
7200 Bollinger RdSan Jose, CA 95129
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5160 Westdale Dr
5160 Westdale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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El Paseo de Saratoga Manor
4899 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
4545 Moorpark Ave
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CupertinoCA95014
19973 Hall Ct
CupertinoCA95014
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10320 Farallone DrCupertino, CA 95014
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10320 Farallone DrCupertino, CA 95014
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Westport Senior
21301 Point Reyes TerCupertino, CA 95014
12651 Kinman Ct
SaratogaCA95070
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The Podium Apartments
10100 Torre AveCupertino, CA 95014
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McClellan Terrace
7954 McClellan RdCupertino, 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 | $2,453 | $972 | $4,174 |
| Rainbow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,428 | $1,036 | $8,937 |
| Rainbow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,758 | $1,233 | $10,000+ |
| Rainbow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,700 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Rainbow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,344 | $6,149 | $6,539 |
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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 Stevens Creek priced from $972. Westport Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,652. Here are the most affordable Rainbow apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $972 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Saratoga Savoy Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Fountain Park | Olive | 1BR,1BA | $2,472 |
| 5160 Westdale Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| The Podium Apartments | D1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| City Gate at Cupertino | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,256 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainbow, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainbow area is the $3.33 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Rainbow apartment is the 2E Model at Nineteen800 Apartments starting at $5,790 with a $4.36 price per square foot in the Raynor Park 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 | $3.33 |
| Nineteen800 Apartments | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $4.36 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| 5160 Westdale Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| City Gate at Cupertino | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Saratoga Savoy Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
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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 $3,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rainbow?
The cheapest apartment in Rainbow is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in Rainbow costs $6,344.
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 1 regular apartments in Rainbow that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rainbow?
Cheap apartments in Rainbow have an average cost of $183 which is $6,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rainbow.
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