Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Valley San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (95 Rentals)

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925 Ravenscourt Ave, Unit 3
$2,445
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925 Ravenscourt Ave, Unit 3

925 Ravenscourt AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Turnleaf Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turnleaf Apartments

3201 Loma Verde DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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1137 Roewill Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr

1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchero Apartments

1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Atherton Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Terrace

4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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3137 Cadillac Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3137 Cadillac Dr

3137 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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3200 Cadillac Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3200 Cadillac Dr

3200 Cadillac DrSan Jose, CA 95117

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Prospect Corners
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Corners

1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Cheri Lin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cheri Lin Apartments

1100 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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401 Bundy Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

401 Bundy Ave

401 Bundy AveSan Jose, CA 95117
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Driftwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

1390 Castlemont AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Terrace Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

3615 Greenlee DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Redwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Apartments

3990 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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West Valley San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Valley San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Valley San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek priced from $972. North Colonial House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable West Valley San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895
Campbell HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,075
Park KielyS1Studio,1BA$2,100
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,145
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,195
The Colonial HouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Blackford ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Plan 21BR,1BA$2,250
Hamilton Villa1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Valley San Jose, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Valley San Jose area is the $3.20 price per square foot 333 Santana Row Model at 333 Santana Row, Unit #208 in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value West Valley San Jose apartment is the 2nd floor over looking pond Model at Boynton Brooks starting at $2,795 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Northlake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Valley San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
333 Santana Row, Unit #208333 Santana Row2BR,1.5BA$3.20
Boynton Brooks2nd floor over looking pond2BR,2BA$2.72
925 Ravenscourt Ave, Unit 3925 Ravenscourt Ave2BR,1BA$2.95
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.05
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Blackford ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Plan 21BR,1BA$3.21
The Colonial HouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - S1BR,1BA$3.20
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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West Valley San Jose, San Jose, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Valley San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Valley San Jose?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Valley San Jose is at Stevens Creek listed at $972.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Valley San Jose Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Valley San Jose Apartment is $1,036 at Stevens Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Valley San Jose Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Valley San Jose is starting from $1,233 at Stevens Creek.

What is the most affordable West Valley San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Valley San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stevens Creek and starts from $1,460.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.