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774 Kaufmann Ct

375 E St James St

1574 Ballantree Way, Unit 4

1574 Ballantree Way

4715 Wadsworth Ct

164 S 10th St, Unit A0619

430 Jerome St

125 Laurel Grove Ln

1 San Antonio Rd

10073 Roseview Dr

691 Tigerseye Loop

943 E Duane Ave

10610 Morengo Dr

1706 Heron Ave

21060 Grenola Dr

14955 Llagas Ave

1822 Eisenhower Dr

37235 Acorn Pl

191 N 9th St

399 Scotts Bluff Pl

4997 Ruttner Pl

1020 Fourier Dr

10203 Nile Dr, Unit Suite

968 Cinnabar St, Unit Studio

10222 Nile Dr

3013 Linburn Ct, Unit In-law Unit

43347 Ellsworth St, Unit A1 Bottom floor
San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Jose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Jose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,389 | $1,200 | $5,900 |
San Jose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,611 | $3,200 | $8,800 |
San Jose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,384 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,462 | $875 | $8,900 |
San Jose 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Jose, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/11/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Jose, CA area range in price from $945 to $362,500 with an overall median price of $4,582. The three San Jose neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Norwood at $1,850, Quimby at $1,850, and Evergreen at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Jose Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Norwood | $1,850 | $1,850 | 1 |
Quimby | $1,850 | $1,850 | 1 |
Evergreen | $2,195 | $1,850 | 2 |
Mirassou Vineyards | $2,195 | $2,195 | 1 |
Pinehurst | $2,300 | $2,300 | 1 |
Cadillac East | $2,400 | $2,400 | 1 |
Vineyards Avalon | $2,500 | $2,500 | 1 |
Starbird | $2,500 | $2,500 | 1 |
Bonita | $2,665 | $990 | 98 |
Ann Darling | $2,792 | $990 | 97 |
Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $990. Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Spring 2025 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $990 |
Page Street Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
Parkside Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
St. Anton Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,567 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,627 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA
As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $2.53 price per square foot Plan 1C Model at Milpa Village Townhomes in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,695. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero starting at $3,650 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Milpa Village Townhomes | Plan 1C | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
Ranchero | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
122 West Main Avenue | 122 West Main Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
The Glens Apartments | Willows Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
1346 Calle Oriente, Unit 2 | 1346 Calle Oriente | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
876 Canfield Ct, Unit Canfield Unit 2 | 876 Canfield Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Jose
What type of rentals are currently available in San Jose?
There are currently 8088 Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA with pricing that ranges from $945 to $19,643. There are also 337 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Jose ranging from $150 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Jose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Jose ranges from $150 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,880.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Jose?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Jose range from $1,040 to $13,158, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $8,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.