
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainbow Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (30 Rentals)
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North Colonial House

4775 Atherton Ave

Blue Hills Studio

Saratoga Savoy Apartments

481 Auburn Way, Unit 4

Fountain Park
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1621 Maurice Ln

248 Greendale Way

Atherton Terrace

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El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose

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San Jose Gardens

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Villa Victoria Apartments

5160 Westdale Dr
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El Paseo de Saratoga Manor

Campbell 4698

340 Auburn Way

19991 Hall Ct

875 September Dr

Westport Senior

7390 Rainbow Dr, Unit 2
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10293 Moretti Dr
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 | $2,174 | $972 | $2,506 |
| Rainbow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,651 | $1,036 | $8,937 |
| Rainbow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,553 | $1,233 | $10,000+ |
| Rainbow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,980 | $1,460 | $6,335 |
| Rainbow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $6,249 | $6,639 |
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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 |
| Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,186 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,177 |
| The Podium Apartments | H | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,245 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $3,568 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainbow, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainbow area is the $5.12 price per square foot 3A Model at Nineteen800 Apartments in the in the Raynor Park neighborhood starting from $7,790. The second greatest value Rainbow apartment is the Plan 2B Model at Cupertino Park Center starting at $5,227 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Sterling Square 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nineteen800 Apartments | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $5.12 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| Brookdale Apartments | Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| The Podium Apartments | H | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| 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 $3,865.
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 $6,444.
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.
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