
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Market Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (15 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the South Market area of San Jose.


Vintage Tower

Westwood Properties

The Colonnade Apartments

The Ruckers Mansion

420 S Third St

160 E Reed St
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South Market, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Market?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Market Studio Apartments | $2,919 | $1,200 | $4,698 |
South Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,640 | $1,721 | $9,222 |
South Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,519 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
South Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,763 | $4,110 | $7,952 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Market Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Market Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Market area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,200. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,721. Here are the most affordable South Market apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
Westwood Properties | 59 S 5th St. | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,926 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Market, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Market area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 175 W Saint James St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value South Market apartment is the Plan A4 Model at 360 Residences starting at $3,209 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Market apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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175 W Saint James St | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
360 Residences | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
The Ryden | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Museum Park | Midtown – Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
The Pierce | Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
163 Gifford Ave, Unit A | 163 Gifford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
Modera San Pedro Square | A06 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
Westwood Properties | 59 S 5th St. | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South Market Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 South Market Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Market?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Market is at Pensione Esperanza listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Market Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Market is starting from $2,920 at The Colonnade Apartments.
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