
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shadow Crest Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)
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399 Blossom Hill Rd

Orchard Glen

The Woods Apartments

Blossom Oaks Apartments
Shadow Crest, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shadow Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Crest Studio Apartments | $2,132 | $995 | $2,564 |
| Shadow Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $1,061 | $3,633 |
| Shadow Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,495 | $4,404 |
| Shadow Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,931 | $2,825 | $4,572 |
| Shadow Crest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,238 | $7,878 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shadow Crest Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Shadow Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shadow Crest area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,749. Here are the most affordable Shadow Crest apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Springwell | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Crest, CA
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shadow Crest area is the $3.03 price per square foot Il Venetian Model at Villa Veneto at Palm Valley in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,259. The second greatest value Shadow Crest apartment is the C3A Model at Bell Almaden starting at $4,301 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shadow Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Veneto at Palm Valley | Il Venetian | 3BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Bell Almaden | C3A | 3BR,3BA | $3.34 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| 5638 Hoffman Ct, Unit 3 | 5638 Hoffman Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Vita | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Cherrybrook | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 808 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | La Spezia | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShadow Crest, San Jose, CA
Ranked #173
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Shadow Crest, San Jose, CA
Frost (Earl) Elementary
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate
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Getting Around the Shadow Crest Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shadow Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shadow Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shadow Crest is under $2,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shadow Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Shadow Crest is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Shadow Crest costs $10,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shadow Crest?
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 8 regular apartments in Shadow Crest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Shadow Crest?
Cheap apartments in Shadow Crest have an average cost of $395 which is $9,805 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shadow Crest.
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