
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,100 (8 Rentals)
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1012 Pacific Ave, Unit 1000 Pacific Avenue

162 Hawthorne Way

1185 Sierra Ave

475 N 5th St

38 N Almaden Blvd

175 W St James St

1310 Saddle Rack St
Central San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central San Jose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central San Jose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,685 | $2,995 | $4,295 |
Central San Jose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,514 | $3,250 | $6,850 |
Central San Jose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 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 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Jose, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Jose area is the $2.82 price per square foot B1 Model at Avalon at Cahill Park in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,345. 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. |
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Avalon at Cahill Park | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
776 Deland Ave, SJ | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Avalon Morrison Park | B1T | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.40 |
Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Villa Torino | The Amalfi BMR | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Vespaio | A1 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Jose
What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Jose?
There are currently 402 Apartments for Rent in Central San Jose, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,234 to $11,080. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Jose ranging from $1,150 to $6,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Jose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Jose ranges from $1,150 to $6,850 with an average monthly rent of $2,887.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.