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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (39 Rentals)
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27 North - Student Housing Apartments
27 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Atrium Garden
1536 Kerley DrSan Jose, CA 95112
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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Vintage Tower
235 E Santa Clara StSan Jose, CA 95113
382 S 10th St
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232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
12 S Almaden Ave
San JoseCA95113
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The Ruckers Mansion
418 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose
1040-1058 N 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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The Colonnade Apartments
201 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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San JoseCA95112
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Downtown San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Jose Studio Apartments | $3,050 | $1,250 | $5,633 |
| Downtown San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,516 | $945 | $9,661 |
| Downtown San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,103 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,430 | $1,040 | $5,860 |
| Downtown San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,050 | $5,693 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Jose Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $990. Pensione Esperanza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Spring 2025 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $990 |
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| Vintage Tower | VT1B1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,935 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,033 |
| Westwood Properties | 59 S 5th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Jose, CA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Jose area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Downtown San Jose apartment is the Passero Model at Pavona Apartments starting at $3,685 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 W Saint James St | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Pavona Apartments | Passero | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Avalon Morrison Park | B1T | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.30 |
| Vespaio | A1 One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 323 E Saint James St, Unit A | 323 E Saint James St | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown San Jose is under $2,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Jose is Vintage Tower which is listed at $1,605, while the average apartment in Downtown San Jose costs $3,681.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 98 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown San Jose?
Cheap apartments in Downtown San Jose have an average cost of $717 which is $2,964 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown San Jose.
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