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

eaves San Jose

Peppertree Apartments

ReNew Berryessa

Mission Grove

581 Avalani Ave

Onyx by Pulte Homes

1298 Quincy Dr
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373-381 Gloria Ave

587 Avalani Ave

254 Pamela Ave

279 La Pala Dr

1855 Luby Dr

207 Gramercy Pl

2392 Mammoth Dr

175 Alexander Ave

275 La Pala Dr

239 Montclair Ave
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2750 Mckee Rd

4-plex

Sierra Village Apartments

East View

2702-2744 Norita Ct

223 Alexander Ave

3215 Rockport Ave

1244 Quincy Dr

Centered on Capitol

551 Avalani Ave
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Courtyard Berryessa

264 N White Rd

221 Pamela Ave

196 Gramercy Pl

2368 Mammoth Dr

Capitol Station

1858 Luby Dr

271 La Pala Dr

165 Gramercy Pl

557-563 Avalani Ave
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234 Pamela Ave

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Bayshore Estates

ReNew Twenty50

Fairway Glen

Lakewood Court Apartments

Delano Apartments

Creekview Inn

Kings Crossing Apartments

554 Toyon Ave
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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 | $2,940 | $2,530 | $3,420 |
| Summerdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,977 | $1,795 | $3,620 |
| Summerdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $2,600 | $4,210 |
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There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Summerdale Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Peppertree Apartments priced from $2,599. Amberwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable Summerdale apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $2,749 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $2,898 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3,069 |
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3,267 |
| eaves San Jose | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,277 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3,523 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summerdale, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summerdale area is the $3.44 price per square foot B2T Model at eaves San Jose in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $3,480. The second greatest value Summerdale apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at Fairway Glen starting at $3,267 with a $3.51 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves San Jose | B2T | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.00 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $4.76 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
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Best Local Schools in Summerdale, San Jose, CA
Noble Elementary
Piedmont Hills High
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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 Peppertree Apartments which is listed at $2,599, while the average apartment in Summerdale costs $3,499.
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 3 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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