Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Glen Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (35 Rentals)

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912 - 914 Delbert Way
Studio Apartments

912 - 914 Delbert Way

912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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The Brooks House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Brooks House

655 Richmond AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Tamien Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tamien Station

1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110

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Arcadia Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Arcadia Apartments

1011 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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2069 Radio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2069 Radio AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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2445 Rinconada Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2445 Rinconada Dr

2445 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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43 Lester Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 Lester Ave

43 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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48 Lester Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

48 Lester Ave

48 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Fruitdale Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fruitdale Gardens

1489 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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1235 Leigh Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1235 Leigh Apartments

1235 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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47 Lester Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

47 Lester Avenue

47 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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The Glens Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Glens Apartments

1514-1515-1533 Alta Glen DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Willow Glen, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Willow Glen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willow Glen area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Summercrest Villas priced from $976. The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,594. Here are the most affordable Willow Glen apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$976
The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ OnlyBuilding A1BR,1BA$1,594
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$1,812
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+Sequoia2BR,1BA$2,205
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
Plum Orchard ApartmentsFloorplan 1B1BR,1BA$2,500
Fruitdale Station ApartmentsEuro Collection1BR,1BA$2,699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Glen, CA

As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willow Glen area is the $3.30 price per square foot 2BD, 2BTH A Model at Villas Willow Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,409. The second greatest value Willow Glen apartment is the D-3X2 Model at Almaden Terrace Apartment Homes starting at $3,595 with a $3.52 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willow Glen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villas Willow Glen2BD, 2BTH A2BR,2BA$3.30
Almaden Terrace Apartment HomesD-3X23BR,2BA$3.52
Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+Sequoia2BR,1BA$2.67
Arcadia ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.57
Fruitdale Station ApartmentsVienna Collection1BR,1BA$4.03
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2.87
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.57
The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ OnlyBuilding A1BR,1BA$2.66
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$1.70
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.65

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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Willow Glen, San Jose, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willow Glen Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willow Glen?

The cheapest apartment in Willow Glen is Summercrest Villas which is listed at $976, while the average apartment in Willow Glen costs $4,899.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willow Glen?

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 10 regular apartments in Willow Glen 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 Willow Glen?

Cheap apartments in Willow Glen have an average cost of $602 which is $4,297 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willow Glen.

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.

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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

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.