
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $921 (30 Rentals)
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499 S 5th St

468 S 6th St

Almaden

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327 Willow St

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The Colonnade Apartments

Delmas Park
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215 Oak St

122 Graham Avenue Apartments

Metro Gardens

515 E WiLL

603 S 1st St
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357 Willow St

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The Ruckers Mansion

Metro Station

Fourth Street Apartments

670-686 S. 8th

625 S 11th St

134 Graham

142 and 150 Graham
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516 Martha St

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Washington, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Studio Apartments | $2,552 | $2,146 | $2,875 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,327 | $1,100 | $6,750 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $2,495 | $8,500 |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,129 | $2,695 | $5,103 |
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Cheapest Available Washington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 515 E WiLL priced from $1,680. Almaden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,812. Here are the most affordable Washington apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| 327 Willow St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 143 W Reed St | FULLY LEASED | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| SPARQ | Studio A2 | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Small 1 Bd 1 Bth City Slicker | 1BR,1BA | $2,997 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Picasso | 2BR,2BA | $3,100 |
| One South Market | Junior One Bed A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,297 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $3.10 price per square foot Georgetown – Townhome Model at Museum Park in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,038. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the C2A Model at The Ryden starting at $4,994 with a $4.14 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Park | Georgetown – Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.10 |
| The Ryden | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $4.14 |
| Deodar Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.68 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Picasso | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 143 W Reed St | FULLY LEASED | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Small 1 Bd 1 Bth City Slicker | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| 327 Willow St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Washington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington is under $3,297.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington?
The cheapest apartment in Washington is 515 E WiLL which is listed at $1,680, while the average apartment in Washington costs $3,464.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington?
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 Washington 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 Washington?
Cheap apartments in Washington have an average cost of $370 which is $3,094 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington.
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