
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sylvandale East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)
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4728 Mendoza Ave, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

Orchard Glen

Thornbridge

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4666 Tango Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Woods Apartments

3133 Teddington Dr
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San Marino

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Avana San Jose

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Bella Villagio

551 Lewis Rd

4952 Flat Rock Cir

Paseo Senter

Orvieto Family A

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Corde Terra Senior
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The Carlyle

Sofi Waterford Park

Monterey Family Village
Sylvandale East, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sylvandale East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvandale East Studio Apartments | $1,976 | $1,600 | $2,596 |
| Sylvandale East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,927 | $3,168 |
| Sylvandale East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $2,590 | $3,834 |
| Sylvandale East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $3,262 | $4,099 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sylvandale East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sylvandale East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sylvandale East area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Thornbridge priced from $1,826. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,977. Here are the most affordable Sylvandale East apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - Junior - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,977 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| San Marino | Acapulco | 1BR,1BA | $2,380 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,596 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $2,647 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,672 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sylvandale East, CA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sylvandale East area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Sylvandale East apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sylvandale East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| The Carlyle | The Atherton | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Orchard Glen | 1 BR, 1 BA - Junior - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Sylvandale East, San Jose, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sylvandale East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sylvandale East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sylvandale East is under $2,672.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sylvandale East?
The cheapest apartment in Sylvandale East is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,977, while the average apartment in Sylvandale East costs $3,525.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sylvandale East?
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 16 regular apartments in Sylvandale East 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 Sylvandale East?
Cheap apartments in Sylvandale East have an average cost of $649 which is $2,876 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sylvandale East.
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