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Royal Garden Apartments
2890 Almaden ExpySan Jose, CA 95125
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Orvieto Family A
80 Montecito Vista DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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Villa Monterey Apartments
2898 Villa MontereySan Jose, CA 95111
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Villa Almaden Apartments
2905 Old Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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South San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,587 | $995 | $3,865 |
| South San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| South San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,895 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| South San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,068 | $1,045 | $10,000+ |
| South San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,078 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in South San Jose, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South San Jose area is the $2.90 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at ViO in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,849. The second greatest value South San Jose apartment is the 3 beds 1.5 bath Model at 327 Willow St starting at $2,675 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ViO | Plan 3B | 3BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 327 Willow St | 3 beds 1.5 bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | Del Bellagio | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Del Coronado Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Almaden 1930 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Best Local Schools in South San Jose, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1564)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South San Jose is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in South San Jose is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in South San Jose costs $4,047.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South San Jose?
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 199 regular apartments in South San Jose 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 South San Jose?
Cheap apartments in South San Jose have an average cost of $611 which is $3,436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South San Jose.
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Written by: Shannon Hilson
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.