
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainbow Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $972 (43 Rentals)
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North Colonial House

4775 Atherton Ave

Fountain Park

Saratoga Savoy Apartments

481 Auburn Way, Unit 3

Prospect Corners

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Atherton Terrace

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229 Greendale Way

Campbell 4698

7201-7245 Bark Ln

BROOKVALE 1507

4545 Moorpark Ave

4497 Hamilton Ave

Westport Senior
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10065 Judy Ave

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City Gate at Cupertino

10185 Alhambra Ave, Unit 10185

19304 Vineyard Ln

McClellan Terrace
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Sage at Cupertino

85 Cronin Dr

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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 | $2,199 | $972 | $2,509 |
| Rainbow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,562 | $1,036 | $9,476 |
| Rainbow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,802 | $1,233 | $10,000+ |
| Rainbow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,256 | $1,460 | $6,235 |
| Rainbow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $6,249 | $6,639 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rainbow Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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. North Colonial House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,349 |
| Saratoga Savoy Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Prospect Corners | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,430 |
| The Podium Apartments | D1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,025 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,139 |
| The Flair | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,150 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3,205 |
| BROOKVALE 1507 | 4 | 2BR,1BA | $3,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainbow, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainbow area is the $2.54 price per square foot 1 Model at BROOKVALE 1507 in the in the Hillside neighborhood starting from $3,940. The second greatest value Rainbow apartment is the Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas starting at $4,950 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Rancho Rinconada 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROOKVALE 1507 | 1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Stevens Creek Villas | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.67 |
| City Gate at Cupertino | 2 Bedrooms D | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
| The Flair | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Brookdale Apartments | Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Prospect Corners | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Saratoga Savoy Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Stevens Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainbow Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainbow Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainbow Apartment is $1,036 at Stevens Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rainbow Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rainbow is starting from $1,233 at Stevens Creek.
What is the most affordable Rainbow Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rainbow Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stevens Creek and starts from $1,460.
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