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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sierra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)
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$1,7591 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Sierra, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sierra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Studio Apartments | $2,183 | $1,600 | $2,598 |
| Sierra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $1,750 | $3,035 |
| Sierra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $2,500 | $3,534 |
| Sierra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $2,650 | $3,207 |
| Sierra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,880 | $3,567 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Sierra Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sierra area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments priced from $1,759. Parkside Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Sierra apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,256 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Mabury | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sierra, CA
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sierra area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Sierra apartment is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,511 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sierra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 748 Forestdale Ave | 748 Forestdale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
Getting Around the Sierra Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Sierra Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sierra?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sierra is under $2,511.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sierra?
The cheapest apartment in Sierra is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in Sierra costs $6,880.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sierra?
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 17 regular apartments in Sierra 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 Sierra?
Cheap apartments in Sierra have an average cost of $1,588 which is $5,292 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sierra.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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!