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2969 Rosemary Ln

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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 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood priced from $1,004. Borregas Court Apartments in the North San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,200
1055 VermontStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Sands Studio Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,725
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $2.87 price per square foot Monte Carlo Model at River Terrace in the in the North Santa Clara neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the The Western Model at West Park Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the South 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.
River TerraceMonte Carlo2BR,2BA$2.87
West Park ApartmentsThe Western3BR,2BA$3.05
Boynton BrooksDown stairs unit2BR,2BA$2.77
364-366 W Olive Ave1x11BR,1BA$2.85
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.90
Redwood Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$3.03
Blackford ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.83
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.82
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$2.86
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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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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Santa Clara, CA

Ranked #30

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Clara

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Clara?

There are currently 3479 Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,004 to $22,495. There are also 254 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Clara ranging from $1,050 to $12,000.

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 $1,050 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,418.

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 $1,464 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,775 to $9,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,024.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!