Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (25 Rentals)

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
  • Utilities Included

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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
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Fairway Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Glen

448 Toyon AveSan 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. ReNew Berryessa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,699. 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
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,699
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs2BR,2BA$2,850
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$2,906
willow-lakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,907

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ruskin area is the $3.17 price per square foot Whitney Model at The Crossing at Montague in the in the Battaglia neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Ruskin apartment is the 3 bed/2 bath Model at Amberwood Apartments starting at $4,100 with a $3.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossing at MontagueWhitney3BR,2BA$3.17
Amberwood Apartments3 bed/2 bath3BR,2BA$3.57
Lantana at Milpitas StationB72BR,2BA$3.92
The HarloweB12BR,2BA$3.99
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.41
The EdgeB4-BC2BR,2BA$4.21
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.48
willow-lakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.97
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$4.22
308 Sango1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.17

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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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Ruskin, San Jose, CA

Ranked #136

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

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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 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 $4,097.

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

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ruskin?

Cheap apartments in Ruskin have an average cost of $774 which is $3,323 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ruskin.

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

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.