Cheap Homes for Rent in Rainbow Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)

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12651 Kinman Ct

SaratogaCA95070

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Rainbow, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
Westport SeniorStudioStudio,1BA$1,652
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stevens Creek VillasTownhouse2BR,2.5BA$3.33
Nineteen800 Apartments2E2BR,2BA$4.36
Cupertino Park CenterPlan 2B2BR,2BA$4.38
5160 Westdale Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.25
City Gate at Cupertino1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$4.36
Saratoga Savoy Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.36
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - S1BR,1BA$3.20
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
Westport SeniorStudioStudio ,1BA$3.14
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Rainbow, San Jose, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rainbow

What type of rentals are currently available in Rainbow?

There are currently 428 Apartments for Rent in Rainbow, CA with pricing that ranges from $972 to $11,900. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rainbow ranging from $1,200 to $6,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rainbow?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rainbow ranges from $1,200 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,571.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rainbow?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rainbow range from $1,460 to $11,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,995 to $5,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,390 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,149.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

Written by: Shannon Hilson

San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.