
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia Ave

694 S Second St

Willow Pointe

Delmas Park

650 S 8th St
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215 Oak St

122 Graham Avenue Apartments

Metro Gardens

515 E WiLL

603 S 1st St

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150 Graham Avenue Apartments
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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 | $2,294 | $1,250 | $3,070 |
| Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,100 | $7,170 |
| Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $2,495 | $5,430 |
| Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,998 | $2,895 | $5,101 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Washington Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,250. 215 Oak St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Washington apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 215 Oak St | williams home | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington, CA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington area is the $2.91 price per square foot Metropolitan Townhome - Income Restricted Model at Museum Park in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,256. The second greatest value Washington apartment is the Plan 1C Model at 360 Residences starting at $3,179 with a $3.38 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 | Metropolitan Townhome - Income Restricted | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.91 |
| 360 Residences | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 33 South Third | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Alterra | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Modera San Pedro Square | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Polaris Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 515 E WiLL | 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 215 Oak St | williams home | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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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 $2,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington?
The cheapest apartment in Washington is 215 Oak St which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Washington costs $3,998.
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 8 regular apartments in Washington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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