
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sylvandale West Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen

Thornbridge

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4666 Tango Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Woods Apartments

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San Marino
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Stonebridge Apartments

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Avana San Jose

Sedona Apartments

Bella Villagio

551 Lewis Rd

3272 Shadow Park Pl

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Summer Breeze Apartments

The Carlyle

Sofi Waterford Park

Monterey Family Village

3162 Regency Ave

3145 Shofner Pl

699 Balfour Dr
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Sylvandale West, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sylvandale West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sylvandale West Studio Apartments | $1,973 | $1,699 | $2,463 |
| Sylvandale West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,927 | $3,213 |
| Sylvandale West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,187 | $2,590 | $3,728 |
| Sylvandale West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $3,262 | $4,099 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sylvandale West Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sylvandale West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sylvandale West area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Orchard Glen priced from $1,699. Thornbridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,826. Here are the most affordable Sylvandale West apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,463 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $2,494 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,636 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sylvandale West, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sylvandale West 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 West 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 West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| San Marino | Acapulco | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sage | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.38 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio ,1BA | $4.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sylvandale West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sylvandale West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sylvandale West is under $2,636.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sylvandale West?
The cheapest apartment in Sylvandale West is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,977, while the average apartment in Sylvandale West costs $3,555.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sylvandale West?
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 19 regular apartments in Sylvandale West 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 West?
Cheap apartments in Sylvandale West have an average cost of $735 which is $2,820 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sylvandale West.
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