Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West San Jose Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,800 (8 Rentals)

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West San Jose, Cupertino, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West San Jose area of Cupertino, CA is a Studio unit found at Blue Hills Studio priced from $1,875. eaves West Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable West San Jose apartments for rent in Cupertino, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blue Hills StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
eaves West Valley405Studio,1BA$1,925
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West San Jose, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West San Jose area is the $2.50 price per square foot 5178 Westdale Dr Model at 5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Saratoga Creek neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value West San Jose apartment is the TWO BEDROOM LOFT GR Model at Main St Cupertino Lofts starting at $5,400 with a $4.71 price per square foot in the Triangle South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 15178 Westdale Dr3BR,2BA$2.50
Main St Cupertino LoftsTWO BEDROOM LOFT GR2BR,2BA$4.71
Shadow Oaks Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury2BR,1BA$3.92
Paloma VistaCascada2BR,1BA$3.40
The Hamptons Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$5.07
City Gate at Cupertino1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$3.94
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
Glenbrook ApartmentsB1BR,1BA$4.78
Villa Victoria Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.60
Blue Hills StudioStudioStudio ,1BA$4.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West San Jose, Cupertino, CA

Ranked #9

Among neighborhoods in Cupertino, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West San Jose Neighborhood in Cupertino, CA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

14 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West San Jose?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West San Jose is at Blue Hills Studio listed at $1,875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Jose Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West San Jose Apartment is $2,235 at eaves West Valley.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West San Jose Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West San Jose is starting from $2,716 at Paloma Vista.

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