
Cheap Homes for Rent in SoFA Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (5 Rentals)
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25 S Third St
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SoFA, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in SoFA?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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SoFA 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,411 | $2,785 | $3,950 |
SoFA 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,775 | $1,300 | $4,250 |
SoFA 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,650 | $5,650 | $5,650 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the SoFA Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available SoFA Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the SoFA area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,200. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,605. Here are the most affordable SoFA apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 45% | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoFA, CA
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoFA area is the $3.48 price per square foot Two Bed One Bath C2 Model at One South Market in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,899. The second greatest value SoFA apartment is the B5 Model at The Ryden starting at $3,929 with a $3.93 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SoFA apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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One South Market | Two Bed One Bath C2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.48 |
The Ryden | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.93 |
428 S 11th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
The Pierce | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
Foundry Commons | B2.1 (1x1) | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about SoFA
What type of rentals are currently available in SoFA?
There are currently 596 Apartments for Rent in SoFA, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,616. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in SoFA ranging from $1,295 to $5,650.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in SoFA?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in SoFA ranges from $1,295 to $5,650 with an average monthly rent of $3,206.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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