
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Villa East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (74 Rentals)
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Peppertree Apartments

ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

1137 Appian Lane

1619 Virginia Avenue

144-148 S 33rd St

373-381 Gloria Ave

1661 Alum Rock Ave

1625 Alum Rock Ave
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239 Montclair Ave

3035 Westboro Dr

2392 Mammoth Dr

279 La Pala Dr

1509 Mount Herman Dr

2750 Mckee Rd

2245 Luz Ave

275 La Pala Dr

175 Alexander Ave

2752 Kollmar Dr
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484 Nordyke Dr

254 Pamela Ave

207 Gramercy Pl

39 Jose Figueres Ave

1621 Alum Rock Ave

69-81 Jose Figueres Ave

223 Alexander Ave

99 N King Rd

2702-2744 Norita Ct

1281 Fleming Ave
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Courtyard Berryessa

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

2177 Alum Rock Ave

1348 Danube Way

24 N Jackson Ave

221 Pamela Ave

264 N White Rd

Capitol Station

638-642 Jasper St

1625 Virginia Ave
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2368 Mammoth Dr

234 Pamela Ave

1126 Appian Ln

271 La Pala Dr

39-69 Jose Figueres Ave

196 Gramercy Pl

165 Gramercy Pl

2254 Luz Ave

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Villa East, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Villa East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa East Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,437 | $1,437 |
| Villa East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $1,750 | $3,479 |
| Villa East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $2,539 | $3,000 |
| Villa East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
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Cheapest Available Villa East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Villa East area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,437. Foxdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,318. Here are the most affordable Villa East apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Aviara | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Villa East, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Villa East area is the $3.48 price per square foot 2-Bedroom Model at Aviara in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,170. The second greatest value Villa East apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,400 with a $3.49 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Villa East, San Jose, CA
Lyndale Elementary
Joseph George Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Villa East Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Villa East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Villa East Apartment is $2,190 at Vela Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Villa East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Villa East is starting from $2,539 at Vela Apartments.
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