
Cheap Homes for Rent in Townsend Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)
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Townsend, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Townsend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Townsend 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,881 | $2,000 | $3,795 |
Townsend 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,035 | $3,470 | $4,800 |
Townsend 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,033 | $2,300 | $5,800 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Townsend Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 |
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 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Townsend
What type of rentals are currently available in Townsend?
There are currently 195 Apartments for Rent in Townsend, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,420 to $5,550. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Townsend ranging from $1,200 to $5,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Townsend?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Townsend ranges from $1,200 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,291.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Townsend?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Townsend range from $3,299 to $4,378, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,470 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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