Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood of Santa Clara, CA from $972 (117 Rentals)

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Westwood Ambassador
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$2,500 - $3,176
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$2,500 - $3,176
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2606 Newhall StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Court Apartments
$2,800 - $3,550
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$2,800 - $3,550
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15

The Court Apartments

2636 Newhall StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Lafayette
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$2,803 - $6,151
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The Lafayette

2333 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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Passero
$2,848 - $9,046
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Passero

2230 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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$2,940

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Available Mar 1, 2027

2214 Serra Ave

Santa ClaraCA95050
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2120 Sahara Way, Unit 3
$2,995
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2120 Sahara Way, Unit 3

2120 Sahara WaySanta Clara, CA 95050
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property at 980 Kiely Blvd

$3,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 29

980 Kiely Blvd, Unit 980 Kiely Boulevard

980 Kiely Blvd
Santa ClaraCA95051
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Carriage House
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Carriage House

1655 Pomeroy AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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2392 Sutter Ave
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2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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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 Stevens Creek priced from $972. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here are the most affordable Outer Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Calabazas Community ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Valley Village Retirement CommunityMini StudioStudio,1BA$1,738
Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)StudioStudio,1BA$2,058
Civic Plaza ApartmentsSenior Housing Floor Plan A1BR,1BA$2,084
2217 Los Padres BoulevardOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,345
Gallatin Apartments1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$2,350
Bascom Holiday ApartmentsS/1 with YARDStudio,1BA$2,395
Bassett Davis Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,420

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Santa Clara, CA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Santa Clara area is the $3.59 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Outer Santa Clara apartment is the Plan 2E Model at Enso starting at $4,327 with a $3.41 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$3.59
EnsoPlan 2E2BR,2BA$3.41
River TerraceMarbella2BR,2BA$3.29
Normandy Park2x1.52BR,1.5BA$3.20
480 California St, Unit 1480 California St2BR,1BA$3.08
1360 Jefferson Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.23
Vista Pointe1/11BR,1BA$3.56
Gallatin Apartments1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$3.13
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Santa Clara Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Santa Clara?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Santa Clara is at Stevens Creek listed at $972.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Santa Clara Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Santa Clara Apartment is $1,036 at Stevens Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Santa Clara Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Santa Clara is starting from $1,233 at Stevens Creek.

What is the most affordable Outer Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stevens Creek and starts from $1,460.

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