1383 Sundown Ln
San JoseCA95127
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (56 Rentals)
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687 Locust St
San JoseCA95110
685 Locust St
San JoseCA95110
468 S 6th St
San JoseCA95112
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164 S 10th St
164 S 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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$1,437 - $2,807Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vela Apartments
2358 Aum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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249 Pamela Ave
249 Pamela AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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$1,7891 Bedroom Apartments Available May 5
Vintage Tower
235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
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109 Duane St
San JoseCA95110
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The Colonnade Apartments
201 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
1844 La Porte Ave
San JoseCA95122
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Lion Villas
2550 S King RdSan Jose, CA 95122
S. 3rd
San JoseCA95112
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515 E William St
515 E William StSan Jose, CA 95112
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625 S 11th St
625 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Parkside Terrace
463 Wooster AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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$1,999 - $2,8921 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Peppertree Apartments
2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
219 E St John St
San JoseCA95112
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1141 S Sixth St
San JoseCA95112
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Willow Pointe
1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
412 E William St
San JoseCA95112
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Gadberry Courts Apartments
2555 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Pollard Plaza Apartment
1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Brookwood Terrace
1346 E San Antonio StSan Jose, CA 95116
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650 S 8th St
650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Bella Castello
570 Keyes StSan Jose, CA 95112
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122 Graham Avenue Apartments
122 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Monte Vista Senior Affordable Apartments
2605 La Hacienda CtSan Jose, CA 95127
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Arbor Terraces
2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Clayburn Apartments
67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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603 S 1st St
603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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150 Graham Avenue Apartments
150 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Alum Rock Apartments
1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Fourth St. Apartments
375-395 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Rose Garden Apartments
3071 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Reed Apartments
283 E Reed StSan Jose, CA 95112
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McKee Apartments
1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
39-0008
74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
742 S. 9th St. Apartments
742 S 9th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Shiraz Senior Apartments
1295 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Jackson Place Apartments
36 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Ashworth Apartments
755 Story RdSan Jose, CA 95122
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The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Thunderbird, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thunderbird?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird Studio Apartments | $2,315 | $1,437 | $2,845 |
| Thunderbird 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,753 | $1,240 | $4,390 |
| Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $2,450 | $4,800 |
| Thunderbird 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $2,807 | $5,101 |
| Thunderbird 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,655 | $1,655 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Thunderbird Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thunderbird area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 164 S 10th St priced from $1,240. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable Thunderbird apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 164 S 10th St | 164 S 10th St | 1BR,4BA | $1,240 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 4B Private Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 4BR,4BA | $1,655 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,732 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thunderbird, CA
As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thunderbird area is the $2.88 price per square foot Plan 2M Model at 360 Residences in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,847. The second greatest value Thunderbird apartment is the 4x1.5 Model at Foxdale starting at $3,559 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thunderbird apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 360 Residences | Plan 2M | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Foxdale | 4x1.5 | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.84 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thunderbird Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Thunderbird?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Thunderbird is under $2,009.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Thunderbird?
The cheapest apartment in Thunderbird is 164 S 10th St which is listed at $1,240, while the average apartment in Thunderbird costs $3,629.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Thunderbird?
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 24 regular apartments in Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird?
Cheap apartments in Thunderbird have an average cost of $1,462 which is $2,167 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thunderbird.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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