
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tatra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen

The Woods Apartments

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View at Blossom Hill

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5635 Hoffman Ct

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Avana Almaden

Almaden Lake Village

Bella Villagio
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Avalon Willow Glen

929 Lake Tahoe Ct

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Ohlone Chynoweth Commons
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5702 Tucson Dr

1268 Bouret Dr

Mesa Terrace
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Tatra, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tatra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tatra Studio Apartments | $1,997 | $995 | $2,596 |
| Tatra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $1,061 | $3,610 |
| Tatra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $2,629 | $4,640 |
| Tatra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,938 | $3,275 | $4,617 |
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Cheapest Available Tatra Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tatra area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here are the most affordable Tatra apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,265 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $2,576 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,693 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,709 |
| Terra House Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,834 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,986 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tatra, CA
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tatra area is the $3.51 price per square foot Paris Model at One Pearl Place in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,210. The second greatest value Tatra apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Rosewalk Apartment Homes starting at $3,285 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tatra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Pearl Place | Paris | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| 5613 Hoffman Ct, Unit D | 5613 Hoffman Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Bell Almaden | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Terra House Apartments | A4 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| View at Blossom Hill | 1X1 C | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio ,1BA | $4.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tatra Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tatra?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tatra is under $2,986.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tatra?
The cheapest apartment in Tatra is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Tatra costs $3,919.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tatra?
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 13 regular apartments in Tatra 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 Tatra?
Cheap apartments in Tatra have an average cost of $589 which is $3,330 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tatra.
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