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1416 Rue Avati
San JoseCA95131
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
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$2,400 - $3,0001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Country Club Villa
3246 Cortese CirSan Jose, CA 95127
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eaves San Jose
1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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Peppertree Apartments
2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Amberwood Apartments
1543 Ambergrove DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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1798 Morrill Ave, Unit Studio
1798 Morrill AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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ReNew Berryessa
1265 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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Willow Lake
1331 Lakeshore CirSan Jose, CA 95131
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Woodland Meadow
1600 Whitewood DrSan Jose, CA 95131
1420 Foothill Meadows Ct
San JoseCA95131
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Arbor Terraces
2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Villa Fairlane
264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Country Club Garden Apartments
256 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Foothill Manor Apartments
245 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Fairway Glen
448 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
2750 Somerset Park Cir
San JoseCA95132
2042 Voss Park Ln
San JoseCA95131
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1625 Parkview Green Cir
San JoseCA95131
1423 S Milpitas Blvd
MilpitasCA95035
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The Crossing at Montague
755 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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308 Sango
308 Sango CtMilpitas, CA 95035
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650 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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The Harlowe
1821 S Milpitas BlvdMilpitas, CA 95035
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$3,203 - $4,784Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 19
Anton Aspire
730-750 E Capitol AveMilpitas, CA 95035
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The Edge
753 Montague ExpyMilpitas, CA 95035
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Ruskin, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ruskin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Ruskin Studio Apartments | $2,885 | $2,525 | $3,380 |
| Ruskin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,071 | $2,400 | $3,835 |
| Ruskin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $2,800 | $4,380 |
| Ruskin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,276 | $2,900 | $4,769 |
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Cheapest Available Ruskin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ruskin area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Peppertree Apartments priced from $2,699. Amberwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable Ruskin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,889 |
| Willow Lake | Sycamore | 1BR,1BA | $3,097 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3,211 |
| The Edge | B4-A1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,700 |
| The Harlowe | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,079 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruskin area is the $4.10 price per square foot B1 Model at The Harlowe in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $4,079. The second greatest value Ruskin apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,800 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruskin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Harlowe | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.10 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| The Edge | B4-A1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.23 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| eaves San Jose | 281 | Studio ,1BA | $8.99 |
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Best Local Schools in Ruskin, San Jose, CA
Cherrywood Elementary
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (425)
6 out of 10
Piedmont Hills High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1918)
10 out of 10
Sierramont Middle
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (742)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruskin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruskin Apartment is $2,661 at eaves San Jose.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ruskin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruskin is starting from $2,800 at Country Club Villa.
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