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Santa Clara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Clara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Clara, CA is a Studio unit found at Borregas Court Apartments in the North San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,200. Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,200
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,627
Sycamore ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
The Colonial HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Regency & LexingtonRegency - a501BR,1BA$1,923
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA

As of August 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Encinal Place starting at $3,125 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ranchero2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.60
Encinal Place2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.89
2991 Neet Ave, Unit 32991 Neet Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.74
Livorno SquareBernini2BR,1BA$2.88
364-366 W Olive Ave1x11BR,1BA$2.85
Arcadia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Hamilton Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.83
833 Maryann Dr833 Maryann1BR,1BA$2.78
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.87
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$2.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Clara

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Clara?

There are currently 3477 Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $18,135. There are also 245 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Clara ranging from $945 to $9,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Clara?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Clara ranges from $945 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,175.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Clara?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Clara range from $2,776 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $9,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,149.

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.