Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Market Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)

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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jeanne D ARC Manor

85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
Studio Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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603 S 1st St
Studio Apartments

603 S 1st St

603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Metro Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Station

439 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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South Market, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Market Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Market 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 $1,721. Here are the most affordable South Market apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Vintage TowerVT1B1BB1BR,1BA$1,721
Westwood Properties55 S 6thStudio,1BA$1,800
The Ruckers MansionAPT#1Studio,1BA$1,900
The Colonnade ApartmentsMedium StudioStudio,1BA$2,319

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Market, CA

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Market area is the $2.83 price per square foot Plan Penthouse G1 Model at 360 Residences in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $8,027. The second greatest value South Market apartment is the 133 E Reed St Model at 133 E Reed St, Unit 133 starting at $5,300 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Market apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
360 ResidencesPlan Penthouse G13BR,3.5BA$2.83
133 E Reed St, Unit 133133 E Reed St4BR,2BA$3.12
175 W Saint James St2/22BR,2BA$2.75
163 Gifford Ave, Unit B163 Gifford Ave3BR,1BA$2.83
The RydenB1A2BR,2BA$3.66
One South MarketOne Bed One Bath B41BR,1BA$4.06
Centerrab081BR,1BA$4.13
101 San FernandoPlan A2 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.27
The PiercePlan E1BR,1BA$3.84
The Ruckers MansionAPT#1Studio ,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Market, San Jose, CA

Ranked #102

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central San Jose. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the South Market Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Market Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Market?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Market is at Pensione Esperanza listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Market Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Market is starting from $3,150 at The Taft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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