
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jackson Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (19 Rentals)
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Atrium Garden

925 N Bayshore Rd W

The Kelsey Ayer Station

145-149 N 6th St

Vintage Tower

232 N 8th St

452 N 5th St

255 E St John St
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Jackson, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jackson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jackson Studio Apartments | $3,498 | $1,420 | $5,817 |
Jackson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,615 | $1,575 | $8,835 |
Jackson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $990 | $10,000+ |
Jackson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Jackson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $1,050 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Jackson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jackson area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $990. The Kelsey Ayer Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable Jackson apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
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 |
The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jackson area is the $3.11 price per square foot Regent Model at The Esplanade in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,649. The second greatest value Jackson apartment is the 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St starting at $3,800 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Esplanade | Regent | 3BR,3BA | $3.11 |
175 W Saint James St | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
Centerra | d01a2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
Villa Torino | The Firenze | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Pavona Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Marquis | B3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jackson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jackson is at The Kelsey Ayer Station listed at $1,566.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jackson Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jackson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jackson is starting from $990 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jackson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,040.
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