Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (23 Rentals)
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Clayton South, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clayton South?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Clayton South Studio Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
Clayton South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,686 | $2,191 | $3,218 |
Clayton South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,063 | $4,046 |
Clayton South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,021 | $3,021 | $3,021 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clayton South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Clayton South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clayton South area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxdale priced from $2,191. Avana San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,319. Here are the most affordable Clayton South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,191 |
Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,319 |
San Marino | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $2,381 |
Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3,286 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton South, CA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton South area is the $3.53 price per square foot 2 BED 2 BATH B Model at Fairway Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,286. The second greatest value Clayton South apartment is the The Del Rey Model at San Marino starting at $2,390 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clayton South apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fairway Glen | 2 BED 2 BATH B | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
San Marino | The Del Rey | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
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Best Local Schools in Clayton South, San Jose, CA
Robert Sanders Elementary
August Boeger Middle
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Getting Around the Clayton South Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clayton South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clayton South?
The cheapest apartment in Clayton South is Foxdale which is listed at $2,191, while the average apartment in Clayton South costs $3,163.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clayton South?
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 2 regular apartments in Clayton South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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