Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fruitdale Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (42 Rentals)
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Fruitdale, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fruitdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fruitdale Studio Apartments | $2,592 | $1,234 | $7,206 |
Fruitdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,236 | $1,750 | $6,627 |
Fruitdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $2,275 | $10,000+ |
Fruitdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,871 | $3,352 | $9,438 |
Fruitdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,625 | $6,566 | $6,684 |
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Cheapest Available Fruitdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fruitdale area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Page Street Studios priced from $1,234. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,627. Here are the most affordable Fruitdale 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 |
The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,627 |
875 Northrup St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
The Monterey Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,905 |
Palms at the Pruneyard | S1-R | Studio,1BA | $1,952 |
Bascom Holiday Apartments | 850 Calderon, MV | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
The Cedars Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,965 |
Coffeetree Apartments | Remodel Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
The Grove | Ruby- 475 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fruitdale, CA
As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fruitdale area is the $2.99 price per square foot Fifth Ave-Remodel Model at Central Park Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Fruitdale apartment is the 2/2 Model at Sycamore Glen Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fruitdale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Central Park Apartments | Fifth Ave-Remodel | 3BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Sycamore Glen Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
The Glens Apartments | Willows Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
2080 Fruitdale Ave | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Blackford Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Colonial Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Arcadia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
2928 Magliocco Dr, | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Fruitdale Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fruitdale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fruitdale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fruitdale is at Page Street Studios listed at $1,234.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fruitdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fruitdale Apartment is $1,627 at The Dudley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fruitdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fruitdale is starting from $2,430 at Creekside Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fruitdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fruitdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Central Park Apartments and starts from $3,350.
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