Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santana Row Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)

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Miranda Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Miranda Village

2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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162-164 Topeka Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

162-164 Topeka Ave

162-164 Topeka AveSan Jose, CA 95128

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2080 Fruitdale Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2080 Fruitdale Ave

2080 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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2392 Sutter Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Santana Row, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santana Row Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santana Row area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 2080 Fruitdale Ave priced from $1,895. Moorpark Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Santana Row apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2080 Fruitdale AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Moorpark Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,945
The Terrace ApartmentsJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,045
Livorno SquareDe Rossi1BR,1BA$2,589
LynhavenA11BR,1BA$2,873

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santana Row, CA

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santana Row area is the $3.90 price per square foot B2 Model at Santana Terrace in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,098. The second greatest value Santana Row apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Misora starting at $3,631 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santana Row apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Santana TerraceB22BR,2BA$3.90
Misora1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.94
Levare1 Bed 1 Bath Flat + Den A1BR,1BA$4.08
Livorno SquareBattista1BR,1BA$3.26
Summerwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.64
Santana RowUnit B11BR,1BA$4.89
LynhavenA31BR,1BA$4.28
2953 Walgrove Way, Unit 1b1b apt2953 Walgrove Way1BR,1BA$3.25
The Terrace ApartmentsJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.53
2080 Fruitdale AveStudioStudio ,1BA$4.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santana Row, San Jose, CA

Ranked #162

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Santana Row Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santana Row Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santana Row?

The cheapest apartment in Santana Row is The Terrace Apartments which is listed at $2,045, while the average apartment in Santana Row costs $6,574.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santana Row?

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

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!