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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sun Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (35 Rentals)
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468 S 6th St
San JoseCA95112
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
168 S 10th St
San JoseCA95112
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$2,090 - $2,5081 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vintage Tower
235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
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$2,146 - $3,893
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Base Rent$2,146 - $3,893
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The Colonnade Apartments
201 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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$2,295 - $3,6951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 9
33 South Third
33 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95113
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$2,395 - $2,5951 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Westwood Properties
55-75 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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52 S 10th St
San JoseCA95112
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Jeanne D ARC Manor
85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
650 S 8th St
650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
515 E WiLL
515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Studio Apartments
603 S 1st St
603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Fourth St. Apartments
375-395 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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39-0008
74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Reed Apartments
283 E Reed StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
79 N 10th St
79 N 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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742 S. 9th St. Apartments
742 S 9th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Station
439 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Fourth Street Apartments
542 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
670-686 S. 8th
670-686 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
625 S 11th St
625 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Renzel Apartments
120 Arroyo WaySan Jose, CA 95112
516 Martha St
San JoseCA95112
134 N 7th St
San JoseCA95112
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265-271 N 6th St
265-271 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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El Sol Apartments
599 S 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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95 N 8th St
95 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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702 Vine St
702 Vine StSan Jose, CA 95110
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1 Bedroom Apartments
620 S Third St.
620 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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132 N 5th St
132 N 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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151 S 13th St.
151 S 13th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Sun, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sun?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Studio Apartments | $2,905 | $1,400 | $3,503 |
| Sun 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,364 | $1,900 | $8,706 |
| Sun 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,273 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| Sun 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,048 | $4,994 | $5,103 |
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Cheapest Available Sun Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sun area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 515 E WiLL priced from $1,680. 232 N 8th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Sun apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 143 W Reed St | FULLY LEASED | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| SPARQ | Studio A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| The James | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,802 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Small 1 Bd 1 Bth City Slicker | 1BR,1BA | $2,997 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Picasso | 2BR,2BA | $3,100 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan 1F | 1BR,1BA | $3,147 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sun, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sun area is the $4.14 price per square foot C2A Model at The Ryden in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,994. The second greatest value Sun apartment is the 55 S 6th Model at Westwood Properties starting at $2,395 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sun apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Ryden | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $4.14 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Picasso | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 143 W Reed St | FULLY LEASED | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Small 1 Bd 1 Bth City Slicker | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Vintage Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Sun, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sun Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sun?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sun is under $3,147.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sun?
The cheapest apartment in Sun is 515 E WiLL which is listed at $1,680, while the average apartment in Sun costs $3,456.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sun?
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 Sun that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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