
Cheap Homes for Rent in River Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,800 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the River Oaks area of San Jose.


650 E Capitol Ave

1510 Vista Club Cir

501 Murphy Ranch Rd

690 Applause Pl

1423 S Milpitas Blvd
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335 Elan Village Ln

600 S Abel St, Unit 510

1545 Vista Club Cir

501 Murphy Ranch Rd

1625 Nantucket Cir

1530 Vista Club Cir
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3700 Casa Verde St

1745 Nantucket Cir

501 Murphy Ranch Rd

1535 Vista Club Cir
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430 Oak Grove Dr

1850 Nantucket Cir

260 Parc Pl Dr
River Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in River Oaks?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
River Oaks 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,816 | $3,450 | $4,200 |
River Oaks 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,298 | $3,649 | $4,988 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available River Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Oaks area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Elan at River Oaks priced from $2,589. Stonegate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,756. Here are the most affordable River Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elan at River Oaks | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,589 |
Stonegate | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,756 |
Venue Apartments | A0 | Studio,1BA | $2,760 |
Ilara | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,814 |
The Harlowe | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,814 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, CA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Oaks area is the $3.19 price per square foot B4 Model at Enso in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,047. The second greatest value River Oaks apartment is the B5 Model at 121 Tasman starting at $3,858 with a $3.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Enso | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
121 Tasman | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
550 Moreland | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
Bella Vista | 2x2-1058 | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
Stonegate | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
The Crossing at Montague | Diablo | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
The Verdant Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Griffis South Bay | Montague Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $3.94 |
Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
Frequently Asked Questions about River Oaks
What type of rentals are currently available in River Oaks?
There are currently 113 Apartments for Rent in River Oaks, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,473 to $9,645. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Oaks ranging from $2,895 to $4,988.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River Oaks?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Oaks ranges from $2,895 to $4,988 with an average monthly rent of $3,687.
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