
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (34 Rentals)
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4775 Atherton Ave

Ranchero Palms

eaves West Valley

Saratoga Savoy Apartments

Paloma Vista

Viva Apartments

The Colonial House
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Atherton Terrace

Cheri Lin Apartments

Saratoga Grove Apartments

Roewill 1096

El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose
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El Paseo de Saratoga Manor

4137 Blackford Cir

1395 Olympus Dr

Coffeetree Apartments

1146 W Hamilton Ave

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Campbell West Apartments

399 Castro Ct
West San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,402 | $1,950 | $2,632 |
| West San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $2,100 | $3,270 |
| West San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $2,300 | $3,980 |
| West San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $3,300 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available West San Jose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Campbell House priced from $1,950. Roewill 1096 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable West San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Roewill 1096 | Roewill 1096 - 4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| eaves West Valley | 988 | 2BR,2BA | $3,330 |
| Campbell West Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West San Jose, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the West San Jose area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Campbell West Apartments in the in the West San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value West San Jose apartment is the 941 Model at eaves West Valley starting at $3,501 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Triangle South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbell West Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
| eaves West Valley | 941 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
| Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Roewill 1096 | Roewill 1096 - 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Jose Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Jose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Jose Apartment is $1,995 at Roewill 1096.
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