Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA from $600 (142 Rentals)

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Willow Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Pointe

1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Trestles Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pollard Plaza Apartment
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pollard Plaza Apartment

1150 Mclaughlin AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Eden Palms Apartments
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Palms Apartments

5398 Monterey RdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Paseo Senter
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Senter

1900 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jeanne D ARC Manor

85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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650 S 8th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

650 S 8th St

650 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
1 Bedroom Apartments

215 Oak St

215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Villa de Guadalupe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa de Guadalupe

2151 Plaza De GuadalupeSan Jose, CA 95116
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Almaden House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almaden House

2415 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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39-0008
Studio Apartments

39-0008

74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Miranda Village
Studio Apartments

Miranda Village

2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Union Park Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Park Apartments

1977 Heimgartner LnSan Jose, CA 95124
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1137 Roewill Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr

1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117

San Jose, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Jose, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Jose, CA area range in price from $945 to $25,000 with an overall median price of $4,608. The three San Jose neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Alum Rock at $1,750, Norwood at $1,995, and Quimby at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Jose Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Alum Rock$1,900$1,75039
Norwood$1,995$1,99528
Quimby$1,995$1,99528
Evergreen$2,195$1,99542
Mirassou Vineyards$2,195$2,19514
Tamien$2,195$1,200568
Washington Guadalupe$2,195$1,200568
Almaden$2,290$2,29016
Burning Tree$2,290$2,29016
Martinvale Vineyard$2,290$2,29016

Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $990. Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Spring 2025 (SJSU)2BR,2BA$990
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$1,460
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,521
The Kelsey Ayer Station50% AMI StudioStudio,1BA$1,566
St. Anton ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,567
Virginia Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,612
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,627

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $2.15 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 13845 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga in the in the Triangle South neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
13845 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.15
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Sycamore Glen Apartments2/22BR,2BA$2.45
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.45
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.52
Almaden2x1B2BR,1BA$2.42
80 George St80 George St1BR,1BA$2.11
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - L1BR,1BA$2.35
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.33
Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$2.43

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San Jose Overview

Many people have been flocking to California Bay Area’s biggest city for the past 50 years and it only takes a moment to see all the reasons why. Nestled in the middle of Silicon Valley, the booming Tech Industry calls this area home, the sun shines over 250 days a year, and the beauty of all of California’s diverse landscapes are all within a few hours’ drive. Its residents are highly educated and culturally diverse and the city offers many opportunities for them to get out of their San Jose apartments and meet your neighbors from annual festivals to enjoying a day at the 170 acre Kelley Park. If you prefer not to drive, the Downtown area caters to those who would rather walk, bike, or ride the train or bus.

Why live in San Jose, CA?

San Jose is known for being at the leading edge of technology when the tech industry is in its Golden Age. Business is booming and the economy is growing so well that the city has dubbed itself the “Capital of Opportunity”. Young professionals will feel at home here with almost 40% of the population being between the ages of 20 and 40. And with a wide variety of options for homes and apartments in San Jose, finding the perfect place is a cinch.

San Jose, CA
Population: 1,030,119

Ranked #10

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Jose, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Jose?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Jose is at Page Street Studios listed at $1,234.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Jose Apartment is $1,460 at Village at Willow Glen.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Jose is starting from $990 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,040.

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