Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Banana Grove Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)

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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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Monterey Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Manor

5330 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95111
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Banana Grove, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Banana Grove Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Banana Grove area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Thornbridge Apartments priced from $1,795. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Banana Grove apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Thornbridge ApartmentsThe BridgescapeStudio,1BA$1,795
Orchard GlenStudioStudio,1BA$1,845
The Woods ApartmentsSycamoreStudio,1BA$2,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Banana Grove, CA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Banana Grove area is the $2.76 price per square foot Verde Model at La Moraga Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,979. The second greatest value Banana Grove apartment is the Cannes Model at One Pearl Place starting at $3,623 with a $3.36 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Banana Grove apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Moraga ApartmentsVerde2BR,2BA$2.76
One Pearl PlaceCannes2BR,2BA$3.36
Latitude 372x2F-1065-p12BR,2BA$3.29
Foothills Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$3.23
Almaden Lake VillageB2B2BR,2BA$3.13
Glenbrook Apartments3X13BR,1BA$3.25
Bella VillagioBella Vita2BR,1BA$3.17
Santa Palmia at Palm ValleyIl Greco1BR,1BA$3.22
Blossom HillLarge 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.28
Orchard Park ApartmentsPearvale1BR,1BA$3.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Banana Grove, San Jose, CA

Ranked #116

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for South San Jose. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Banana Grove Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Banana Grove Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Banana Grove?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Banana Grove is under $2,479.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Banana Grove?

The cheapest apartment in Banana Grove is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Banana Grove costs $4,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Banana Grove?

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 11 regular apartments in Banana Grove 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 Banana Grove?

Cheap apartments in Banana Grove have an average cost of $175 which is $3,825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Banana Grove.

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