Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clayton South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (24 Rentals)
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San Marino

231 Laumer Ave, Unit The Sage Boho

10766 Hubbard Way, Unit Studio
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 | $2,125 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
Clayton South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,453 | $2,100 | $2,748 |
Clayton South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,059 | $2,450 | $3,994 |
Clayton South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $2,780 | $2,780 |
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There are currently 24 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. Villa Fairlane has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,350. 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 |
Villa Fairlane | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,421 |
San Marino | The Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $2,442 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clayton South, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clayton South area is the $3.44 price per square foot The Puerto Vallarta Model at San Marino in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Clayton South apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Villa Fairlane starting at $2,350 with a $3.50 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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San Marino | The Puerto Vallarta | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
Villa Fairlane | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Avana San Jose | 1 BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
10766 Hubbard Way, Unit Studio | 10766 Hubbard Way | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Clayton South, San Jose, CA
Robert Sanders Elementary
August Boeger Middle
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Best Local Schools in Clayton South, San Jose, CA
Robert Sanders Elementary
August Boeger Middle
School data provided by Great Schools
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 a cheap apartment in Clayton South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clayton South is under $2,442.
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 $3,040.
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 81 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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