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

1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose

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Townsend, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Townsend Studio Apartments | $2,332 | $1,420 | $3,599 |
Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $1,759 | $4,464 |
Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,512 | $2,600 | $5,156 |
Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $3,299 | $4,378 |
Townsend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,908 | $4,500 | $5,550 |
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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 $1,835. Here are the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,635 |
Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pavona Apartments | Piceno | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
Marquis | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
Mio | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
The Crossing at Montague | Diablo | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Century Towers | B4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
The Esplanade | Balmoral | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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