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

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Arbor Terraces
1 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Terraces

2768 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
Senior Living
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Clayburn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Delano Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Country Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club

256 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Penitencia, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Penitencia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penitencia area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,566. Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,759. Here are the most affordable Penitencia apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vela ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,566
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
Villa Fairlane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,356
The Crossing at MontagueTrinity1BR,1BA$2,545

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penitencia, CA

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Penitencia area is the $2.83 price per square foot 3249 Rockport Ave Model at 3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A in the in the East San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Penitencia apartment is the B3-A/B/C Model at LINQ starting at $3,585 with a $3.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penitencia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A3249 Rockport Ave3BR,2BA$2.83
LINQB3-A/B/C2BR,2BA$3.44
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
eaves San JoseB12BR,2BA$3.13
Aviara2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.59
Sofi Berryessa2 Bedroom A2BR,1.5BA$3.64
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs2BR,2BA$3.18
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.65
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
Peppertree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Penitencia, San Jose, CA

Ranked #271

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Penitencia Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penitencia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penitencia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penitencia is at Vela Apartments listed at $1,566.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penitencia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penitencia Apartment is $1,759 at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penitencia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penitencia is starting from $2,000 at Vela Apartments.

What is the most affordable Penitencia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Penitencia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vela Apartments and starts from $2,211.

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