Cheap Homes for Rent in Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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468 S 6th St

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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 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Thunderbird apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Spring 2026 (SJSU)2BR,2BA$995
164 S 10th St164 S 10th St1BR,4BA$1,240
The FranciscanRoom 8Studio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thunderbird, CA

As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thunderbird area is the $3.39 price per square foot TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft Model at Exhibit at J Town Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,694. The second greatest value Thunderbird apartment is the Plan 2A Model at 360 Residences starting at $3,987 with a $3.22 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Exhibit at J Town ApartmentsTC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft3BR,2BA$3.39
360 ResidencesPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.22
LINQB1 Income Protected2BR,2BA$3.16
Neo on First1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished1BR,1BA$3.37
33 South Third1/11BR,1BA$3.46
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
Vintage Tower1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.36
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$3.45

Frequently Asked Questions about Thunderbird

What type of rentals are currently available in Thunderbird?

There are currently 931 Apartments for Rent in Thunderbird, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $6,500. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Thunderbird ranging from $1,000 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Thunderbird?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Thunderbird ranges from $1,000 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,480.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Thunderbird?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Thunderbird range from $1,045 to $5,101, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,999 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,060.

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