
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summerdale Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (67 Rentals)
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Country Club Villa

ReNew Berryessa

Peppertree Apartments

eaves San Jose

ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

Onyx by Pulte Homes

581 Avalani Ave
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587 Avalani Ave

373-381 Gloria Ave

1298 Quincy Dr

207 Gramercy Pl

2392 Mammoth Dr

175 Alexander Ave

275 La Pala Dr

1855 Luby Dr

279 La Pala Dr

254 Pamela Ave
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239 Montclair Ave

2750 Mckee Rd

Sierra Village Apartments

East View

4-plex

Courtyard Berryessa

Centered on Capitol

551 Avalani Ave

3215 Rockport Ave

1244 Quincy Dr
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2702-2744 Norita Ct

223 Alexander Ave

Capitol Station

1858 Luby Dr

271 La Pala Dr

221 Pamela Ave

196 Gramercy Pl

2368 Mammoth Dr

264 N White Rd

557-563 Avalani Ave
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234 Pamela Ave

165 Gramercy Pl

Villa Fairlane

Bayshore Estates

Fairway Glen

Lakewood Court Apartments

Delano Apartments

560-580 Avalani Ave

554 Toyon Ave

The Verandas
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Summerdale, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summerdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerdale Studio Apartments | $2,601 | $2,000 | $2,941 |
| Summerdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,723 | $1,999 | $3,543 |
| Summerdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,214 | $2,295 | $4,100 |
| Summerdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,100 | $4,100 | $4,100 |
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Cheapest Available Summerdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summerdale area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Fairlane priced from $1,995. eaves San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,376. Here are the most affordable Summerdale apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| eaves San Jose | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,376 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $2,530 |
| Bayshore Estates | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,633 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,711 |
| Aviara | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,765 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $2,817 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summerdale, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summerdale area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Summerdale apartment is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,633 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summerdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| eaves San Jose | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Bayshore Estates | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Aviara | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
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Best Local Schools in Summerdale, San Jose, CA
Summerdale Elementary
Piedmont Hills High
Piedmont Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summerdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summerdale?
The cheapest apartment in Summerdale is Villa Fairlane which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Summerdale costs $4,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summerdale?
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 5 regular apartments in Summerdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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