Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willow Glen Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (14 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
Senior Living
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Tamien Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tamien Station

1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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875 Northrup St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

875 Northrup St

875 Northrup StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Sandalwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

1371 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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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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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 Studio unit found at Glen Eyrie Apartments priced from $1,850. Sandalwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Willow Glen apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Eyrie ApartmentsGlen Eyrie StudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
2445 Rinconada Dr1BR1BR,1BA$1,950
43 Lester Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,975
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willow Glen, CA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Willow Glen area is the $3.21 price per square foot Fifth Ave-Remodel Model at Central Park Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,600. 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.
Central Park ApartmentsFifth Ave-Remodel3BR,2BA$3.21
Almaden Terrace Apartment HomesD-3X23BR,2BA$3.52
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 42BR,2BA$3.45
Willow Creekwc_A2DR1BR,1BA$3.16
Willow Park Apartments1+11BR,1BA$2.83
Fruitdale Station ApartmentsBelle Collection1BR,1BA$3.50
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$3.37
1235 Leigh Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.41
Sandalwood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.45
43 Lester Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$3.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Willow Glen, San Jose, CA

Ranked #359

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Willow Glen Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 2445 Rinconada Dr which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in Willow Glen costs $3,595.

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 $692 which is $2,903 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Willow Glen.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.