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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Campus Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (35 Rentals)
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Vintage Tower
235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
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455 E St John St
San JoseCA95112
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$1,9001 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 15
91 Virginia E St, Unit 4
91 Virginia E StSan Jose, CA 95112
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219 E St John St
San JoseCA95112
109 Duane St
San JoseCA95110
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South Campus, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Campus Studio Apartments | $2,683 | $1,450 | $3,565 |
| South Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $1,566 | $6,194 |
| South Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,725 | $2,150 | $7,000 |
| South Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,587 | $3,346 | $5,284 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Campus Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Campus Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Campus area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Franciscan priced from $1,450. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable South Campus apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,566 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,135 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Fay San Jose | Studio B (faSTBM) | Studio,1BA | $2,461 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Campus, CA
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Campus area is the $3.26 price per square foot C2.1 (2x2) Model at Foundry Commons in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,293. The second greatest value South Campus apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at 428 S 11th St starting at $2,595 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foundry Commons | C2.1 (2x2) | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| 428 S 11th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan A2 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 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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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including South Campus, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the South Campus Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
67 / 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 South Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Campus is under $2,461.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Campus?
The cheapest apartment in South Campus is Vintage Tower which is listed at $1,566, while the average apartment in South Campus costs $4,859.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Campus?
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 31 regular apartments in South Campus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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