
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sheman Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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Sheman Oaks, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sheman Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheman Oaks Studio Apartments | $2,605 | $1,004 | $3,691 |
| Sheman Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $1,071 | $5,291 |
| Sheman Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $1,276 | $10,000+ |
| Sheman Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,955 | $1,464 | $5,274 |
| Sheman Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,841 | $4,291 | $5,391 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sheman Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sheman Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sheman Oaks area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. 23 Fifty Bascom has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,696. Here are the most affordable Sheman Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| 23 Fifty Bascom | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,696 |
| Westwood Properties | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sheman Oaks, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sheman Oaks area is the $3.39 price per square foot 3Bedroom Model at 100 Union Avenue Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,025. The second greatest value Sheman Oaks apartment is the Remodel Fifth Avenue Model at Central Park Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sheman Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Union Avenue Apartments | 3Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Central Park Apartments | Remodel Fifth Avenue | 3BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| The James | B03 | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Willow Creek | Two Bedroom Two Bath B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Pruneyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Cinnabar Commons | 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sheman Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sheman Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sheman Oaks is under $2,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sheman Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Sheman Oaks is 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Sheman Oaks costs $4,841.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sheman Oaks?
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 27 regular apartments in Sheman Oaks 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 Sheman Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Sheman Oaks have an average cost of $665 which is $4,176 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sheman Oaks.
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