
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Villa East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
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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 | $1,762 | $1,650 | $1,987 |
| Villa East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,495 | $2,695 |
| Villa East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $2,539 | $3,225 |
| Villa East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,048 | $2,656 | $3,207 |
| Villa East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,206 | $3,567 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Villa East Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,206 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,324 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Mabury | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 283 McCreery Ave, Unit Studio | 283 McCreery Ave | Studio ,1BA | $7.33 |
| 312 Crest Dr, Unit Cottage | 312 Crest Dr | Studio ,1BA | $8.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleVilla East, San Jose, CA
Ranked #348
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Villa East, San Jose, CA
Lyndale Elementary
Joseph George Middle
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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
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 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.
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