
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Whaley Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (77 Rentals)
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Valley West Apartments

Lion Villas

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San Marino

Garden Park Village

1753 Welch

1105 Appian Lane

1137 Appian Lane

1066 Appian Ln
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1334 Crucero

1376 Tami Lee

1417 Dubert

1741-1795 Welch Avenue

3167 Locke Dr

1351 Carnelian Dr

1415 Tami Lee Dr

1344 Crucero Dr

1408 Dubert Ln

1380 Carnelian Dr
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1339 Crucero Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

1399 Tami Lee Dr

1435 Carnelian Dr

1339 Carnelian Dr

1322 Carnelian Dr

1795 Rock Spring Dr

458 Lewis Rd

1424 Carnelian Dr

661 Nordale Ave
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3159-3161 Locke Dr

1324 Crucero Dr

1702 Bevin Brook Dr

1425 Dubert Ln

2664 Senter Rd

1352 Dubert Ln

2681 Monterey Hwy

1779 Welch Ave

3455 Sugarcreek Ct

1430 Tamilee Dr
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1440 Dubert Ln

1780 Welch Ave

1441 Dubert Ln

1360 Tami Lee Dr

1016 Summerplace Dr

1406 Tami Lee Dr

1371 Carnelian Dr

1126 Appian Ln

638-642 Jasper St

1352 Carnelian Dr
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Whaley, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whaley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whaley Studio Apartments | $2,158 | $2,156 | $2,161 |
| Whaley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,589 | $2,080 | $2,928 |
| Whaley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,590 | $3,289 |
| Whaley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $3,262 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Whaley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Whaley area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley West Apartments priced from $2,080. Lion Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,303. Here are the most affordable Whaley apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,080 |
| Lion Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,303 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,473 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $2,682 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whaley, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Whaley area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Whaley apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whaley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Lion Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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Best Local Schools in Whaley, San Jose, CA
O. B. Whaley Elementary
William C. Overfelt High
George V. LeyVa Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whaley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Whaley?
The cheapest apartment in Whaley is Valley West Apartments which is listed at $2,080, while the average apartment in Whaley costs $3,381.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Whaley?
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 2 regular apartments in Whaley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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