
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Windmill Springs Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (81 Rentals)
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Orchard Glen

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Bella Villagio

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San Marino

Garden Park Village

1334 Crucero
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1376 Tami Lee

1741-1795 Welch Avenue

1417 Dubert

1753 Welch

1702 Bevin Brook Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

3822 Seven Trees Blvd

1408 Dubert Ln

1380 Carnelian Dr

1339 Carnelian Dr
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1322 Carnelian Dr

1339 Crucero Dr

1344 Crucero Dr

3159-3161 Locke Dr

1324 Crucero Dr

1435 Carnelian Dr

1425 Dubert Ln

661 Nordale Ave

1415 Tami Lee Dr

1351 Carnelian Dr
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3167 Locke Dr

1424 Carnelian Dr

458 Lewis Rd

1795 Rock Spring Dr

1399 Tami Lee Dr

1016 Summerplace Dr

1430 Tamilee Dr

3455 Sugarcreek Ct

1360 Tami Lee Dr

1441 Dubert Ln
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1780 Welch Ave

2664 Senter Rd

1440 Dubert Ln

2681 Monterey Hwy

1352 Dubert Ln

Bellagio Condominium Homes

1779 Welch Ave

1739 McLaughlin Ave

1371 Carnelian Dr

1388 Carnelian Dr
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Windmill Springs, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Windmill Springs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Springs Studio Apartments | $1,779 | $1,699 | $2,161 |
| Windmill Springs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,378 | $1,927 | $2,832 |
| Windmill Springs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $2,590 | $3,457 |
| Windmill Springs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,262 | $4,069 |
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There are currently 81 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Windmill Springs Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Windmill Springs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Windmill Springs area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Orchard Glen priced from $1,699. Avana San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,483. Here are the most affordable Windmill Springs apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,483 |
| San Marino | Acapulco | 1BR,1BA | $2,553 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $2,609 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,747 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Windmill Springs, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Windmill Springs 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 Windmill Springs 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 Windmill Springs 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 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 50% | Studio ,1BA | $4.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWindmill Springs, San Jose, CA
Ranked #216
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Windmill Springs, San Jose, CA
O. B. Whaley Elementary
George V. LeyVa Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Windmill Springs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Windmill Springs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Windmill Springs is under $2,747.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Windmill Springs?
The cheapest apartment in Windmill Springs is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in Windmill Springs costs $3,963.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Windmill Springs?
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 18 regular apartments in Windmill Springs that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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