Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood of Santa Clara, CA from $800 (30 Rentals)

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Carriage House
Studio Apartments

Carriage House

1655 Pomeroy AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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1045-1055 Lewis St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1045-1055 Lewis St

1045-1055 Lewis StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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2392 Sutter Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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155 Monroe St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

155 Monroe St

155 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Monroe Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Commons

2330 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Oakbrook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

3650 Buckley StSanta Clara, CA 95051
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515 Saratoga Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

515 Saratoga Ave

515 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95050

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Royal Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Palms

2104 Royal DrSanta Clara, CA 95050
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El Camino
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

El Camino

2585 El Camino RealSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Lilyanne Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lilyanne Apartment

1900 Scott BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

1457-1475 Santa Clara StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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1882 Amelia Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

1882 Amelia Way

1882 Amelia WaySanta Clara, CA 95050
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Miranda Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Miranda Village

2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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162-164 Topeka Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

162-164 Topeka Ave

162-164 Topeka AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Capri Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

1921 The AlamedaSan Jose, CA 95126
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Woodland apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland apartments

1646 Davis StSan Jose, CA 95126
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1055 Vermont
Studio Apartments

1055 Vermont

1055 Vermont StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Town House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Town House

1220 N Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Outer Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Santa Clara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Santa Clara area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments priced from $1,004. Mainline North Apartments - Santa Clara, CA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,708. Here are the most affordable Outer Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Mainline North Apartments - Santa Clara, CAStudioStudio,1BA$1,708
St. Anton ApartmentsS1Studio,1BA$2,064
Bassett Davis Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,190
Civic Plaza ApartmentsMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,224
Bascom Holiday ApartmentsS/1 with YARDStudio,1BA$2,295
Casa Santa Clara1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
Village Green Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,325
La Palma Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,325
Mark II Apartments1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Santa Clara, CA

As of November 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Santa Clara area is the $3.19 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Outer Santa Clara apartment is the 2A Model at The Deck starting at $4,300 with a $3.48 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stevens Creek VillasTownhouse2BR,2.5BA$3.19
The Deck2A2BR,2BA$3.48
Warburton Village Apartment2x2 A 2ND FLOOR2BR,2BA$3.34
3501 Lafayette Street - Bentley Square2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.62
Villa GranadaLas Palmas B12BR,2BA$3.38
Normandy Park2x1.5rw2BR,1.5BA$3.33
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.82
Lawrence Road ApartmentsMedium 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.28
Vista Pointe1/11BR,1BA$3.24
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Jose, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood in Santa Clara, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Santa Clara Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer Santa Clara?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Santa Clara is under $2,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Santa Clara?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Santa Clara is 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Outer Santa Clara costs $6,595.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Santa Clara?

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 34 regular apartments in Outer Santa Clara 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 Outer Santa Clara?

Cheap apartments in Outer Santa Clara have an average cost of $149 which is $6,446 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Santa Clara.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment 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

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.