Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Villa East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Delano Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Alum Rock Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alum Rock Apartments

1528-1530 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Rose Garden Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Garden Apartments

3071 Rose AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Villa East, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Villa East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Villa East area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Fairlane priced from $1,995. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,206. Here are the most affordable Villa East apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,206
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$2,324
ReNew Twenty50Madeline1BR,1BA$2,465
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2,511

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Villa East, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Villa East area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Villa East apartment is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,511 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Villa East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.41
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.54
ReNew Twenty50Mabury1BR,1BA$4.07
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.66
Foxdale1x11BR,1BA$4.17
283 McCreery Ave, Unit Studio283 McCreery AveStudio ,1BA$7.33
312 Crest Dr, Unit Cottage312 Crest DrStudio ,1BA$8.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Villa East, San Jose, CA

Ranked #348

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Villa East Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Villa East Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Villa East?

The cheapest apartment in Villa East is Villa Fairlane which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Villa East costs $7,206.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Villa East?

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 4 regular apartments in Villa East 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 Villa East?

Cheap apartments in Villa East have an average cost of $1,082 which is $6,124 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Villa East.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.