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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Santa Clara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Santa Clara Studio Apartments | $3,295 | $1,004 | $6,360 | 
| Outer Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $1,071 | $7,666 | 
| Outer Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,491 | $1,276 | $9,765 | 
| Outer Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,108 | $1,464 | $10,000+ | 
| Outer Santa Clara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,595 | $5,245 | $7,946 | 
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Santa Clara Neighborhood of Santa Clara, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 | 
| Mainline North Apartments - Santa Clara, CA | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,708 | 
| St. Anton Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,064 | 
| Bassett Davis Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 | 
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,224 | 
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 with YARD | Studio,1BA | $2,295 | 
| Casa Santa Clara | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 | 
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 | 
| La Palma Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 | 
| Mark II Apartments | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Villas | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.19 | 
| The Deck | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 | 
| Warburton Village Apartment | 2x2 A 2ND FLOOR | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 | 
| 3501 Lafayette Street - Bentley Square | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 | 
| Villa Granada | Las Palmas B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 | 
| Normandy Park | 2x1.5rw | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.33 | 
| Stonegate | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 | 
| Lawrence Road Apartments | Medium 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 | 
| Vista Pointe | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 | 
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 | 
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
 - Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
 - Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
 
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.
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