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Cheapest Available Santa Clara County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Clara County, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $995. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Clara County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blossom Valley Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Pensione EsperanzaStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,250
The FranciscanRoom 8Studio,1BA$1,450
The Kelsey Ayer Station50% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,566
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,582
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$1,680

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara County, CA

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara County area is the $2.25 price per square foot 455 Washington St Model at 455 Washington St, Unit A in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,599. The second greatest value Santa Clara County apartment is the 3x2F-1460-p2 Model at Latitude 37 starting at $3,700 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clara County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
455 Washington St, Unit A455 Washington St3BR,1.5BA$2.25
Latitude 373x2F-1460-p23BR,2BA$2.53
Lake Vasona Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Alexander Station2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.60
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38
Blossom Valley Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.53

Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Clara County

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Clara County?

There are currently 8602 Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara County, CA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $17,074. There are also 761 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Clara County ranging from $800 to $25,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Clara County ranges from $800 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,720.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Clara County range from $1,464 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.