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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Townsend Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (12 Rentals)
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose
1040-1058 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1777 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Townsend, San Jose, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Studio Apartments | $2,583 | $1,420 | $3,299 |
| Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $1,759 | $3,715 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $2,370 | $4,178 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,959 | $2,728 | $4,215 |
| Townsend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,117 | $9,111 | $9,124 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Townsend area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments priced from $1,759. 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,935. Here are the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,935 |
| 308 Sango | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,982 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Mabury | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, CA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $2.97 price per square foot Regent Model at The Esplanade in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,439. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the 3X1 Model at Palm Court Apartments starting at $3,299 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Esplanade | Regent | 3BR,3BA | $2.97 |
| Palm Court Apartments | 3X1 | 3BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| LINQ | B1-A/B/C | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| eaves San Jose | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 308 Sango | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Townsend Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Townsend?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Townsend is under $2,623.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Townsend?
The cheapest apartment in Townsend is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in Townsend costs $9,744.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Townsend?
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 10 regular apartments in Townsend 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 Townsend?
Cheap apartments in Townsend have an average cost of $400 which is $9,344 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Townsend.
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