
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

ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

Onyx by Pulte Homes

581 Avalani Ave
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587 Avalani Ave

1298 Quincy Dr

373-381 Gloria Ave

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

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Bayshore Estates

Fairway Glen

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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 | $2,817 | $2,520 | $3,380 |
| Summerdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,827 | $1,625 | $3,630 |
| Summerdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $2,800 | $4,200 |
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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 ReNew Twenty50 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,744 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,859 |
| LINQ | A3 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $2,894 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summerdale, CA
As of June 11, 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 Amberwood Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $4.14 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 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| LINQ | A5 Income Protected | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
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Best Local Schools in Summerdale, San Jose, CA
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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 ReNew Twenty50 which is listed at $2,599, while the average apartment in Summerdale costs $3,265.
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 4 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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