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Thornbridge Apartments
5210 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95111
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Orchard Glen
3975 Seven Trees BlvdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Lion Villas
2550 S King RdSan Jose, CA 95122
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The Woods
4300 The Woods DrSan Jose, CA 95136
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4501 Snell AveSan Jose, CA 95136
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Melody, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melody?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melody Studio Apartments | $2,112 | $1,795 | $2,470 |
| Melody 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,277 | $1,816 | $7,156 |
| Melody 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $2,495 | $9,635 |
| Melody 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,911 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Melody, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Melody, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Melody Apartments for rent:
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Cheapest Available Melody Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melody area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Thornbridge Apartments priced from $1,795. Orchard Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,816. Here are the most affordable Melody apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornbridge Apartments | The Bridgescape | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Orchard Glen | 1x1 Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
| The Woods | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melody, CA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melody area is the $2.81 price per square foot Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Blossom Hill in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,467. The second greatest value Melody apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melody apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Hill | Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Verde | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 5494 Judith St, Unit 3 | 5494 Judith St | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Monterey Grove | Grove Premier | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Orchard Glen | 1x1 Junior | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMelody, San Jose, CA
Ranked #229
Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Melody, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1715)
5 out of 10
Sylvandale Middle
Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (371)
3 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Melody, San Jose, CA
Andrew P. Hill High
East Side Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1715)
5 out of 10
Sylvandale Middle
Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (371)
3 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Melody Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melody Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melody?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melody is under $2,716.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melody?
The cheapest apartment in Melody is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,816, while the average apartment in Melody costs $3,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melody?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 520 regular apartments in Melody that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Melody?
Cheap apartments in Melody have an average cost of $401 which is $3,299 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melody.
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