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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Sierra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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Country Club Villa
3246 Cortese CirSan Jose, CA 95127
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1895 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Upper Sierra, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Sierra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Sierra Studio Apartments | $2,833 | $2,260 | $3,520 |
| Upper Sierra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,995 | $4,510 |
| Upper Sierra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $2,700 | $5,266 |
| Upper Sierra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,033 | $3,890 | $4,200 |
| Upper Sierra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $4,500 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Sierra Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Upper Sierra, San Jose, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Upper Sierra Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Sierra area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Fairlane priced from $1,995. The Crossing at Montague has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,545. Here are the most affordable Upper Sierra apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,545 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,621 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Sierra, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Sierra area is the $3.18 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Upper Sierra apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Peppertree Apartments starting at $2,807 with a $3.32 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Sierra apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.32 |
| Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Berryessa | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| The Edge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Anton Aspire | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| The Crossing at Montague | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| The Harlowe | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper Sierra, San Jose, CA
Ranked #223
Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Upper Sierra, San Jose, CA
Noble Elementary
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (381)
6 out of 10
Piedmont Hills High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1925)
8 out of 10
Piedmont Middle
Berryessa Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (625)
6 out of 10
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Getting Around the Upper Sierra Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Sierra Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Sierra Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Sierra Apartment is $1,995 at Villa Fairlane.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Sierra Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Sierra is starting from $2,700 at Country Club Villa.
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