
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sheman Oaks Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sheman Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheman Oaks Studio Apartments | $2,646 | $1,004 | $3,762 |
| Sheman Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,577 | $1,071 | $10,000+ |
| Sheman Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,389 | $1,276 | $8,500 |
| Sheman Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,605 | $1,464 | $9,171 |
| Sheman Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,066 | $4,516 | $5,616 |
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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 $1,695. 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 | $1,695 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sheman Oaks, CA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sheman Oaks area is the $3.24 price per square foot B6 Model at 808 West Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,139. The second greatest value Sheman Oaks apartment is the The Palermo Model at Villa Torino starting at $3,504 with a $3.40 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 808 West Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Villa Torino | The Palermo | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Creekside Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Cedar Glen | Juniper | 2BR,2BA | $3.79 |
| ShadowCreek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Matisse | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Shelter Creek | 1BR/!BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Cinnabar Commons | 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSheman Oaks, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $2,945.
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 $5,066.
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 6 regular apartments in Sheman Oaks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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