Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hammer Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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Hammer, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hammer?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hammer Studio Apartments | $2,121 | $1,725 | $2,508 |
Hammer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $1,995 | $5,204 |
Hammer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,424 | $2,625 | $7,836 |
Hammer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,824 | $3,240 | $4,320 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hammer Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hammer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hammer area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Park West Apartments priced from $1,725. Del Coronado Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Hammer apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Del Coronado Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
Cherrywood Apartments | The Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Creekside Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hammer, CA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hammer area is the $3.36 price per square foot Cannes Model at One Pearl Place in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,623. The second greatest value Hammer apartment is the 2x2F-1065-p1 Model at Latitude 37 starting at $3,500 with a $3.29 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hammer apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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One Pearl Place | Cannes | 2BR,2BA | $3.36 |
Latitude 37 | 2x2F-1065-p1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
Almaden Lake Village | B2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
876 Canfield Ct, Unit Canfield Unit 2 | 876 Canfield Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Creekside Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Saybrook Pointe | Newport Premier | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
Avalon Willow Glen | 726 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Avana Almaden | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Cedar Glen | Pine Cone | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHammer, San Jose, CA
Ranked #210
Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Hammer Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hammer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hammer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hammer is at Park West Apartments listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hammer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hammer Apartment is $1,995 at Del Coronado Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hammer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hammer is starting from $2,781 at Avana Almaden.
What is the most affordable Hammer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hammer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Woods Apartments and starts from $3,450.
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