
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (29 Rentals)
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27 North - Student Housing Apartments

The Kelsey Ayer Station

Vintage Tower

232 N 8th St

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

12 S Almaden Ave

The Ruckers Mansion

1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose

The Colonnade Apartments
Northside, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northside Studio Apartments | $2,909 | $1,566 | $5,580 |
Northside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $945 | $8,772 |
Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,017 | $990 | $10,000+ |
Northside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
Northside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,050 | $5,693 |
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Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside 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 Northside 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 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,033 |
The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Westwood Properties | 59 S 5th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, CA
As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $3.00 price per square foot The Portofino Model at Villa Torino in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,299. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the Three Bed Two Bath D1 Model at One South Market starting at $4,810 with a $3.54 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villa Torino | The Portofino | 3BR,2BA | $3.00 |
One South Market | Three Bed Two Bath D1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.54 |
360 Residences | Plan A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
323 E Saint James St, Unit A | 323 E Saint James St | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
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Getting Around the Northside Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
93 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Northside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northside is at The Kelsey Ayer Station listed at $1,566.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northside Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northside is starting from $990 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Northside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,040.
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