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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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875 Northrup St
875 Northrup StSan Jose, CA 95126
12 S Almaden Ave
San JoseCA95113
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Central San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,938 | $1,234 | $5,580 |
| Central San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,203 | $1,750 | $6,855 |
| Central San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,827 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Central San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,872 | $3,346 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central San Jose Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Page Street Studios priced from $1,234. Pensione Esperanza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Central San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| 875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Jose, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Jose area is the $3.10 price per square foot B1 Two Bedroom Model at Vespaio in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,520. The second greatest value Central San Jose apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 776 Deland Ave, SJ starting at $2,995 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vespaio | B1 Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 776 Deland Ave, SJ | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Villa Torino | The Firenze BMR | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Mio | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Maxwell Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California, including San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central San Jose is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in Central San Jose is 875 Northrup St which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Central San Jose costs $4,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central San Jose?
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 14 regular apartments in Central San Jose 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 Central San Jose?
Cheap apartments in Central San Jose have an average cost of $518 which is $3,732 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central San Jose.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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