
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ruskin Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,600 (9 Rentals)
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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 | $3,235 | $2,850 | $3,500 |
Ruskin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,050 | $3,570 | $4,680 |
Ruskin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,210 | $1,600 | $5,595 |
Ruskin 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,770 | $4,770 | $4,770 |
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There are currently 9 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 Country Club Villa priced from $2,200. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,406. 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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Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,406 |
ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruskin, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruskin area is the $2.98 price per square foot Birch Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $3,289. The second greatest value Ruskin apartment is the B3 Model at Lantana at Milpitas Station starting at $3,625 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Battaglia 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 | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
Lantana at Milpitas Station | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
The Crossing at Montague | Diablo | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
The Edge | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.84 |
Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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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 $1,900 to $5,140. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ruskin ranging from $1,600 to $5,595.
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 $1,600 to $5,595 with an average monthly rent of $3,758.
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