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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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Blossom Oaks Apartments
229 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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399 Blossom Hill RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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Shadow Crest, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shadow Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Crest Studio Apartments | $2,431 | $1,795 | $4,759 |
| Shadow Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $1,816 | $5,350 |
| Shadow Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,571 | $2,350 | $7,659 |
| Shadow Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $3,411 | $4,320 |
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Cheapest Available Shadow Crest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shadow Crest 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 Shadow Crest 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 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Roseview | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shadow Crest, CA
As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shadow Crest area is the $2.76 price per square foot Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Blossom Hill in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,411. The second greatest value Shadow Crest apartment is the Il Milano Model at Villa Veneto at Palm Valley starting at $3,294 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shadow Crest 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 | $2.76 |
| Villa Veneto at Palm Valley | Il Milano | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 5494 Judith St, Unit 3 | 5494 Judith St | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 876 Canfield Ct, Unit Canfield Unit 2 | 876 Canfield Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley | La Spezia | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Fiore | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Avalon Willow Glen | 726 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Pearvale | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Springwell | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Shadow Crest, San Jose, CA
Frost (Earl) Elementary
Oak Grove Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (295)
6 out of 10
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate
Oak Grove Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (729)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the Shadow Crest Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
43 / 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 Shadow Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shadow Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shadow Crest is under $2,524.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shadow Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Shadow Crest is Orchard Glen which is listed at $1,816, while the average apartment in Shadow Crest costs $3,854.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shadow Crest?
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 9 regular apartments in Shadow Crest 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 Shadow Crest?
Cheap apartments in Shadow Crest have an average cost of $175 which is $3,679 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shadow Crest.
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