Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Market Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)

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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Jeanne D ARC Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jeanne D ARC Manor

85 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
Senior Living
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39-0008
Studio Apartments

39-0008

74 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
Studio Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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603 S 1st St
Studio Apartments

603 S 1st St

603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Metro Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metro Station

439 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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South Market, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Market Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Market area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $975. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2C Shared Attached - Fall 2024 (SJSU)2BR,2BA$975
Vintage TowerVT1B1BB1BR,1BA$1,721
The Ruckers MansionAPT#1Studio,1BA$1,900
Westwood Properties59 S 5th St.1BR,1BA$2,075
The Colonnade ApartmentsMedium StudioStudio,1BA$2,159

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Market, CA

As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Market area is the $3.61 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath D1 Model at One South Market in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,909. The second greatest value South Market apartment is the B1A Model at The Ryden starting at $4,036 with a $4.03 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One South MarketThree Bed Two Bath D13BR,2BA$3.61
The RydenB1A2BR,2BA$4.03
360 ResidencesPlan A61BR,1.5BA$3.16
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Fall 2024 (SJSU)2BR,2BA$1.13
Westwood Properties55 S 6th St.1BR,1BA$2.84
The PiercePlan E1BR,1BA$3.64
The JamesA031BR,1BA$4.10
Vintage TowerVT1B1BB1BR,1BA$2.86
101 San FernandoPlan AA3 - StudioStudio ,1BA$4.19
The Ruckers MansionAPT#1Studio ,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Market, San Jose, CA

Ranked #73

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central San Jose. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

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 The Ruckers Mansion listed at $1,900.

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 $975 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Market Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Market Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,030.

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