Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Townsend Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)

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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Bayshore Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayshore Estates

855 N Bayshore Rd WSan Jose, CA 95112
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Marquis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquis

817 N 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
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Townsend, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 $1,835. Here are the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,835
ReNew Twenty50Madeline1BR,1BA$2,550
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,635
Amberwood Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$2,680

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $3.54 price per square foot Piceno Model at Pavona Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,735. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the C2 Model at Marquis starting at $3,199 with a $3.07 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pavona ApartmentsPiceno2BR,2BA$3.54
MarquisC22BR,2BA$3.07
MioB12BR,2BA$3.45
The Crossing at MontagueDiablo2BR,1BA$3.47
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.56
Century TowersB41BR,1BA$3.70
The EsplanadeBalmoral1BR,1BA$3.97
Waterford PlaceThe Carlton1BR,1BA$3.91
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
ReNew Twenty50Madeline1BR,1BA$3.99

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Jose, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Townsend Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Townsend Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Townsend?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Townsend is at 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose listed at $1,835.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment is $1,759 at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Townsend Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is starting from $2,699 at Palm Court Apartments.

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