
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,800 (6 Rentals)
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1423 S Milpitas Blvd

1420 Foothill Meadows Ct
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969 Gilchrist Dr

1398 Meadow Ridge Cir

872 Garden St
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Ruskin, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ruskin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ruskin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,150 | $2,800 | $3,900 |
Ruskin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,887 | $3,295 | $4,900 |
Ruskin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,560 | $4,400 | $4,720 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Villa Fairlane priced from $1,995. 555 Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,460. 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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Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
555 Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruskin area is the $3.05 price per square foot Cedar Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $3,412. 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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Woodland Meadow | Cedar | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
Peppertree Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
ReNew Berryessa | Berryessa | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Capitol 650 | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
The Edge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ruskin
What type of rentals are currently available in Ruskin?
There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $5,266. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruskin ranging from $2,800 to $4,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ruskin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ruskin ranges from $2,800 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,626.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ruskin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ruskin range from $3,890 to $4,309, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,295 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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