Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Farnam Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (24 Rentals)
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Farnam, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Farnam?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Farnam Studio Apartments | $2,035 | $1,725 | $2,350 |
Farnam 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $1,995 | $5,848 |
Farnam 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $2,392 | $6,069 |
Farnam 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,768 | $2,500 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Farnam Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Farnam Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Farnam area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Del Coronado Apartments priced from $1,795. The Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Farnam apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Del Coronado Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
The Commons | The Cornell | Studio,1BA | $2,120 |
The Pines Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Four Twenty Union Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Cielo | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,506 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Farnam, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Farnam area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments in the in the Ponderosa neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Farnam apartment is the 3Bedroom Model at 100 Union Avenue Apartments starting at $3,700 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Farnam apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
100 Union Avenue Apartments | 3Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.37 |
ShadowCreek | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.70 |
La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 4 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
San Jose Greens | Large 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
DeAnza Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.35 |
705 W Valley Dr, Unit 3 | 705 W Valley Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
Los Gatos Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.55 |
Four Twenty Union Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
Cielo | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
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Getting Around the Farnam Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Farnam Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Farnam Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Farnam Apartment is $1,995 at Del Coronado Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Farnam Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Farnam is starting from $2,788 at Del Coronado Apartments.
What is the most affordable Farnam Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Farnam Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Glen and starts from $3,555.
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