
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santana Row Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (128 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Santana Row area of San Jose.


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Levare

Moorpark Garden Apartments

840 Opal Dr

Santana Place, San Jose

27 Topeka Ave

Sierra Crest

125 Topeka Ave
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2129 Randolph Dr

2980-3970 Van Sansul Ave

68 Topeka Ave

3128 Neal Ave

2980 Neet Ave

754 Teresi Ct

Van Sansul Apartments

128 Cleveland Ave

1094 Delna Manor Ln

3208 Moorpark Ave
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Magliocco Manor 2

2145 Scott St

Magliocco Manor 1

2949 Magliocco Dr

45 Cleveland Ave

2050 Beatrice Ct

818 Teresi Ct

88 Topeka Ave

2041 Beatrice Ct

2100 Marlboro Ct
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3537 Alden Way

2940 Huff Ave

704 Opal Dr

3015 Walgrove Ave

795 Opal Dr

Magnolia Gardens

1104 Delna Manor Ln

3180 Moorpark Ave

824 Teresi Ct

778 Teresi Ct
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3194 Moorpark Ave

401 Bundy Ave

816 Opal Dr

2920 Huff Ave

2140 Marlboro Ct

2971 Van Sansul Ave

2917 Magliocco Dr

3013 Magliocco Dr

805 Opal Dr

846 Teresi Ct
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Santana Row, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santana Row?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santana Row Studio Apartments | $2,882 | $1,738 | $3,606 |
| Santana Row 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,580 | $1,740 | $4,772 |
| Santana Row 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,808 | $2,389 | $10,000+ |
| Santana Row 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,612 | $3,148 | $9,255 |
| Santana Row 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,423 | $3,873 | $4,973 |
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There are currently 128 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Santana Row Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santana Row Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santana Row area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sutter Avenue Apartments priced from $2,350. Viva Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Santana Row apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Viva Apartments | 1x1SU | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Lynhaven | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,034 |
| Summerwood Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,165 |
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse W/D Patio and Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Misora | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,531 |
| Levare | 1 Bed 1 Bath Flat + Den A | 1BR,1BA | $3,552 |
| Santana Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santana Row, CA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santana Row area is the $3.30 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse W/D Patio and Balcony Model at Moorpark Garden Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Santana Row apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Summerwood Apartments starting at $3,165 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Downtown Santa Clara neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santana Row apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse W/D Patio and Balcony | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Summerwood Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Levare | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
| Santana Terrace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.14 |
| Lynhaven | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| Sutter Avenue Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Viva Apartments | 1x1SU | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| Misora | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santana Row Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santana Row Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santana Row Apartment is $2,350 at Sutter Avenue Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santana Row Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santana Row is starting from $2,795 at Viva Apartments.
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