Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
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Delano Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Villa Fairlane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Fairlane

264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
Corporate Housing
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Country Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club

256 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Ruskin, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 308 Sango priced from $1,982. Country Club Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Ruskin apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
308 Sango1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,982
Country Club Villa1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,400
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$2,534
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,597
The Crossing at MontagueTrinity1BR,1BA$2,625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruskin area is the $3.20 price per square foot Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $2,679. The second greatest value Ruskin apartment is the Maple Model at Willow Lake starting at $2,597 with a $3.55 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruskin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.20
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.55
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.82
Country Club Villa1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.49
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$3.80
The EdgeA1-R1BR,1BA$4.42
Amberwood Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$4.37
The Crossing at MontagueTrinity1BR,1BA$4.08
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$4.20
308 Sango1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ruskin, San Jose, CA

Ranked #125

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ruskin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ruskin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ruskin is under $2,775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ruskin?

The cheapest apartment in Ruskin is 308 Sango which is listed at $1,982, while the average apartment in Ruskin costs $9,352.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ruskin?

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 3 regular apartments in Ruskin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.