
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Campus Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the South Campus area of San Jose.


154 Hollywood Ave

191 N 9th St
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430 Jerome St

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99 N 9th St
South Campus, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Campus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Campus 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,250 | $2,700 | $3,625 |
South Campus 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,350 | $3,650 |
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There are currently 7 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 Kelsey Ayer Station priced from $1,566. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,721. Here are the most affordable South Campus apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Campus, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Campus area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value South Campus apartment is the The Capri Model at Villa Torino starting at $3,650 with a $3.17 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. |
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175 W Saint James St | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
Villa Torino | The Capri | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
Foundry Commons | C1 (2x2) | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
360 Residences | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
The Ryden | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
The Pierce | Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Campus
What type of rentals are currently available in South Campus?
There are currently 636 Apartments for Rent in South Campus, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $12,203. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Campus ranging from $1,090 to $3,650.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Campus?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Campus ranges from $1,090 to $3,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,870.
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