Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,900 (31 Rentals)

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Stonegate
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

4401 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Villa Savannah
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Savannah

4511 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Enso
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enso

175 Baypointe PkySan Jose, CA 95134

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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
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River Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 308 Sango priced from $1,982. Stonegate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,071. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
308 Sango1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,982
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2,071
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,550
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,597
Bella VistaJR 1x1-5641BR,1BA$2,610
The Crossing at MontagueTrinity1BR,1BA$2,625
ApexPlan SBStudio,1BA$2,627
The HarloweS1Studio,1BA$2,636
EnsoPlan SBStudio,1BA$2,639

Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, CA

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $3.71 price per square foot Plan 2E Model at 550 Moreland in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,632. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the B1 Model at Venue Apartments starting at $3,572 with a $3.36 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
550 MorelandPlan 2E2BR,2BA$3.71
Venue ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$3.36
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.44
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.29
Turing at The FieldsPlan A41BR,1BA$3.95
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.55
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR,1BA$3.94
Griffis South BayBaylands1BR,1BA$3.97
Parc West1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.86
308 Sango1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.17

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Jose, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Oaks Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Oaks?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Oaks is at Apex listed at $2,627.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Oaks Apartment is $1,982 at 308 Sango.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Oaks Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Oaks is starting from $2,071 at Stonegate.

What is the most affordable River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap River Oaks Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 308 Sango and starts from $2,728.

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.

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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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.