Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Saratoga Creek Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (56 Rentals)

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1137 Roewill Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr

1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchero Apartments

1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Atherton Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Terrace

4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Prospect Corners
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Corners

1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Cheri Lin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cheri Lin Apartments

1100 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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The Terrace Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

3615 Greenlee DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Redwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Apartments

3990 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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470 Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

470 Apartments

470 Boynton AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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Country Lane Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Country Lane Apartments

4760 Country LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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Colonial House South
1 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial House South

435 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Oliva Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oliva Apartments

975 Boynton AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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Hamilton Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Villa

4515 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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San Jose Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Jose Gardens

4668 Albany DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Hamilton Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Apartments

4680 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Saratoga Creek, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Saratoga Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Saratoga Creek area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek priced from $972. Rosa Crest Studio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Saratoga Creek apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895
Blue Hills StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Park KielyS1Studio,1BA$2,100
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,145
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,195
Boynton Greens Apartments1 br1BR,1BA$2,350
Saratoga Savoy Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saratoga Creek, CA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saratoga Creek area is the $2.86 price per square foot Down stairs unit Model at Boynton Brooks in the in the Northlake neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Saratoga Creek apartment is the 3730 Underwood Dr Model at 3730 Underwood Dr, Unit 2 starting at $2,288 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the West San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saratoga Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Boynton BrooksDown stairs unit1BR,1BA$2.86
3730 Underwood Dr, Unit 23730 Underwood Dr1BR,1BA$2.86
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - L1BR,1BA$2.93
Viva Apartments1x1LU1BR,1BA$3.37
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.05
Saratoga Savoy Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.36
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Boynton Greens Apartments1 br1BR,1BA$3.56
Paloma VistaLagoStudio ,1BA$3.96
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28

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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Saratoga Creek, San Jose, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, 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 easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saratoga Creek Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Saratoga Creek?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Saratoga Creek is under $2,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Saratoga Creek?

The cheapest apartment in Saratoga Creek is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in Saratoga Creek costs $6,575.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Saratoga Creek?

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

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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.