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390 N Winchester BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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2053 Town and Country LnSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1255 Lincoln StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1601 Santa Clara StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1211 Jefferson StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1599 Warburton AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1536 Kerley DrSan Jose, CA 95112
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Downtown Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Santa Clara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Santa Clara Studio Apartments | $2,945 | $1,420 | $6,840 |
| Downtown Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $1,888 | $4,491 |
| Downtown Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,509 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,195 | $2,336 | $9,894 |
| Downtown Santa Clara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,032 | $6,482 | $7,582 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Santa Clara Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Santa Clara area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Summerwood Apartments priced from $2,595. The Standard (CA) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,777. Here are the most affordable Downtown Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwood Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Standard (CA) | H1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,777 |
| Domicilio | Ponti | 1BR,1BA | $2,949 |
| Solera Apartment Community | Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,110 |
| Orlo | Studio S4 | Studio,1BA | $3,137 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Santa Clara, CA
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Santa Clara area is the $3.81 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhouse + Den Model at Levare in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $8,736. The second greatest value Downtown Santa Clara apartment is the U Model at Hanover Winchester starting at $5,156 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Levare | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhouse + Den | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.81 |
| Hanover Winchester | U | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Santana Row | Unit C | 2BR,2BA | $4.03 |
| Normandy Park | 2x1.5rw | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.55 |
| Solera Apartment Community | Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Summerwood Apartments | Two Bedroom One Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Park Central | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.11 |
| 480 California St, Unit 1 | 480 California St | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Domicilio | Ponti | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| The Benton | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Santa Clara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Clara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Santa Clara Apartment is $2,595 at Summerwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Santa Clara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Santa Clara is starting from $3,110 at Solera Apartment Community.
What is the most affordable Downtown Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Orlo and starts from $5,611.
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